Transmission Fluid Fill

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Press the tab (1) using a small flat-bladed screwdriver and then remove the fill cap (2).
Pour approximately 3.0L (3.17 qt) (1.0L Engine-6.2L/6.6 qt or 1.4L Engine-6.5L/6.9 qt dry transmission) of the transmission fluid into the transmission fill tube (3).
Start the engine.
Move through the selector lever positions with the foot brake depressed. Switch the selector lever from position P to L and back to P. Hold each position for at least 5 seconds.
Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Fluid Drain Plug And Seal
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NOTE:
- Perform this work with the engine idling.
- Do not re-use drain plug gasket, replace with a NEW gasket.
Check the transmission fluid temperature with the diagnostic tool.
1. Run the engine until the transmission fluid temperature has reached 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F).
2. Remove the drain plug (1). Remove and DISCARD the drain plug gasket (2).
3. If the fluid is flowing as a steady stream, wait until the fluid begins to drip. If no fluid comes out, add the fluid until it drips out.
4. When the fluid drips out from overflow tube, install the drain plug (1) with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
Turn off the engine.