ATF Level, Checking

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit: SMN372500

Note the following information:

If filling the ATF, only use ATF that is available as a replacement part. Refer to the Parts Information.

Requirements

The vehicle is level and all hoist mounts are the same height.
Noise insulation removed.
The Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
To begin working, the oil temperature should not be higher than 45 °C (113 °F).
Test temperature: 35 to 45 °C (95 to 113 °F)

WARNING:

Risk of injury due to hot transmission fluid.

Checking

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester and identify the vehicle in Guided Functions .

-- Select check ATF level .

NOTE:

Let the transmission cool down if the fluid temperature is higher than 45 °C (113 °F).

The engine is idling and the selector lever is in "P".

-- Place the : SMN372500 under the transmission near the ATF check plug.

-- Remove the ATF check plug -1-.

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-- The ATF drain plug with the overflow tube -3- and seal -4- must stay in the transmission -5-.

NOTE:

Replace the seal -2-.

NOTE:

Even if the transmission fluid level is low, a small amount of transmission fluid will flow out of the overflow tube -3- since it fills during operation.

ATF flows out of the overflow tube.

Fig 1: Example Of Filler Tube As It Is Installed In Transmissions

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-- Let the excess fluid drain.

-- Install the plug with a new seal as soon as the fluid has drained out (it starts to drip).

-- If no oil flows out, the oil must be filled.

CAUTION:

Too little or too much fluid will impair the function of the transmission.

Filling

-- Shake the fluid containers before opening.

-- Fill one liter of ATF.

If ATF Flows Out of the Adapter Hole:

ATF does not need to be topped off.

-- Allow the ATF to drain until it drips.

-- Install the ATF check plug with a new seal. The ATF level test is now completed.

If No ATF Drips out of the Hole:

-- Add another liter. Refer to Filling above.

CAUTION:

Too little or too much fluid will impair the function of the transmission.

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - TRANSMISSION