Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Condition Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- One way of determining whether the transaxle should be disassembled is by noting:
- If the ATF is muddy or varnished.
- If the ATF smells strange or unusual.
ATF Condition
ATF CONDITION
| Condition | Possible cause | ||
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| Clear red | Normal | - | |
| Light red: pink | Contaminated with water |
Problem could be occurring to parts inside the transaxle by water contamination. It is necessary to overhaul transaxle and detect defected parts. If necessary, exchange transaxle. |
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| Reddish brown | Has burnt smell and metal specks are found | Deteriorated ATF | Defect powertrain components inside of transaxle: Specks cause wide range of problems by plugging up in oil pipe, control valve body and oil cooler in radiator.
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| Has no burnt smell | Normal |
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