Repair Procedures: Replacement
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NOTE:
ATF of 6 speed automatic transaxle doesn't be replaced. But, if the vehicle is severe use or business use, replace ATF every 60, 00 miles for severe usage.
Severe usage is defined as
- Driving in rough road (Bumpy, Gravel, Snowy, Unpaved road, etc.).
- Driving in mountain road, ascent/descent.
- Repetition of short distance driving.
- More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (89.6°F).
- Police, Taxi, Commercial type operation or trailer towing, etc.
- Lift the vehicle, then remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
- Remove the drain plug (A) and reinstall the drain plug after draining ATF totally.CAUTION:
- Replace the gasket before reinstalling the drain plug.
Drain Plug Tightening Torque:
33.3 - 43.1 N.m (3.4 - 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 - 31.8 lb-ft)
- Put down the vehicle with the lift and then remove the eye bolt (A).
- Fill the ATF about 5 liters to the injection hole.
- Check the ATF level.
(Refer to Automatic Transaxle System - "Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) ")
- Then finish check the ATF level procedure and install the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
- Put down the vehicle with the lift and then tighten the eye bolt.