Fluid Level Set after Service
- Depending on the service procedure performed, add the following amounts of fluid through the filler plug hole prior to adjusting the fluid level:
Oil pan removal - 4 liters (4.23 quarts)
Converter removal - 2 liters (2.11 quarts)
Overhaul - 7.4 ± 0.2 liters (7.8 ± 0.2 quarts)
Oil drain plug removal - 4 liters (4.23 quarts)
- Follow steps 1 through 4 of the Fluid Level Diagnosis Procedure.
- Clean all dirt from around the fluid filler plug.
Remove the fluid filler plug. Clean the filler plug and check that there is no damage to the "O" ring.
- Lower the vehicle with the filler plug still removed and start the vehicle in P (Park) with the parking brake and the brake applied. With the engine idling, move the gear shift lever through the gear ranges, pausing a few seconds in each range and adding the fluid until gear application is felt. Then add an additional 0.5 liters of fluid. Return the gear shift lever to P (Park). Turn the engine OFF and raise the vehicle. Install the fluid filler plug and tighten it to 45 N.m (34 lb-ft).
- Drive the vehicle at 3.5 - 4.5 km (2.2 - 2.8 miles) with light throttle so that the engine does not exceed 2,500 rpm. This should result in the transaxle temperature being in the range 20 - 45 °C (68 - 113 °F). With the brake applied, move the shift lever through the gear ranges, pausing a few seconds in each range at the engine idling.
- Return the gear shift lever to P (Park). Turn the engine OFF and raise the vehicle on the hoist, if applicable, ensuring the vehicle is level. When the 3 minutes passed after the engine stopped, remove the filler plug. Check if the fluid level is aligned with the bottom of the filler hole. If not, add a small quantity of fluid to the correct level. Install the fluid filler plug and tighten it to 45 N.m (34 lb-ft).
- Wipe any fluid around the filler plug with a rag or shop towel.