Draining Procedure
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WARNING:
When the transmission is at operating temperatures, take necessary precautions when removing the check/fill plug, to avoid being burned by draining fluid.
WARNING:
The transmission fluid is hot. Caution must be taken to prevent personal injury when the transmission fluid drains from the transmission.
NOTE:
Previous to the removing of any plug, clean the surrounding area of this plug.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Front Compartment Insulator - Remove - Front Compartment Insulator Replacement
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Transmission Fluid Drain Plug (1) - Remove
- Drain the transmission fluid into a suitable container.
- Let the transmission fluid run out for 10 minutes and check the transmission fluid amount. If necessary, fill up the drained amount to the proper level with the correct fluid. Transmission General Specifications , and Approximate Fluid Capacities
- Check the collected transmission oil for burnt oil exhalation, metal chips and other foreign bodies. If this the fact, search for the reason caused by the transmission.
- Transmission Fluid Drain Plug - Install and tighten 12 N.m (106 lb in)
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