ATF Level, Checking: Filling

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-- Install the adapter from the Oil Filler: VAS6262A into the check hole hand-tight.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Filling Adapter - VAS 6262 A-

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-- Shake the fluid containers before opening.

-- Attach the Oil Filler: VAS6262A to the fluid bottle. Pay attention to the instructions while doing so. Refer to Note the following information: .

-- Fill one liter of ATF.

-- Remove the Adapter for Oil Filling: VAS6262A at the quick-release coupling and check it.

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 .

NOTE:

If the ATF circuit is opened, it must be bleed after checking the ATF circuit. Refer to ATF CIRCUIT, BLEEDING .

Then the ATF level must be checked again. Refer to Checking .

Tightening Specifications

Refer to OVERVIEW - VALVE BODY