ATF, Draining And Filling: Notes
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Brief Description
Read the fluid temperature first. If it is higher than 50 °C (122 °F), then let the transmission cool down.
Turn off the engine, remove the overflow pipe and let the ATF drain. Then reinstall the overflow pipe and >>overfill<< the transmission with fluid.
Start the engine, move the selector lever through all the gears and let the excess ATF drain out.
Then check the ATF level and add.
Requirements
- The engine is off.
- The vehicle is level and all hoist mounts are the same height.
- Noise insulation is removed if necessary
- Selector lever is in "P"
- The Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is connected.
- To begin working, the fluid temperature should not be higher than 45 °C (113 °F).
NOTE:
Let the transmission cool down if the fluid temperature is higher than 45 °C (113 °F).
CAUTION:
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer to component overview prior to starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
- Seal - Plug
WARNING:
Do not start the engine if there is no transmission fluid in the transmission.