ATF, Draining And Filling: Draining
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NOTE:
Replace the plugs after removal.
- The engine is off.
- Move vehicle onto a four-pillar workshop hoist or over a work pit so that it is absolutely horizontal.
- The selector level is in "P".
- The parking brake button is pressed to activate the electro-mechanical parking brake.
- Remove the rear noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION / NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- Equipped on some models: remove the bolts -arrows- and nut -2-.
- Remove the end panel -1- for the crossbrace.
- Place the Used Oil Collection and Extraction Unit -SMN372500- underneath.
- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester with the vehicle and start the Diagnostic mode.
- Select vehicle test
- 02-Transmission Electronics, Guided Functions
- 02-ATF level, checking → 1 ATF draining
- Follow the instructions in the display.
WARNING:
Danger of eye injury.
- Wear protective eyewear.
CAUTION:
Risk of damaging the transmission.
- Do not start the engine when there is no ATF in the transmission.
NOTE:
Follow the disposal requirements.
- Tighten the ATF drain plug.
- Clean the subframe crossbrace and remove any remaining ATF.