Transmission Fluid Level Check
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The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 80°C-93°C (175°F-200°F) on a level surface. Normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 32 km (20 mi) of driving and can be checked using the scan tool.
Under normal circumstances the transmission fluid level should be checked during normal maintenance. If the transaxle starts to slip, shifts slowly or shows signs of transmission fluid leaking, the transmission fluid level should be checked.
- With the transaxle in PARK, the engine at idle, foot pressed on the brake, move the selector lever through each gear and allow engagement of each gear. Place the selector lever in the PARK position.
- Wipe the transmission fluid level indicator cap and remove the transmission fluid level indicator.
- Wipe the transmission fluid level indicator with a clean cloth.
- Install the transmission fluid level indicator back in the transmission fluid filler tube until it is fully seated, then remove the indicator. The transmission fluid level should be within the normal operating range.
Item Part Number Description 1 - Correct transmission fluid level at operating temperature 80°C-93°C (175°F-200°F) 2 - Low transmission fluid level 3 - High transmission fluid level