Transaxle Oil Inspection [G66M-R]
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- Park the vehicle on level ground
- Remove the aerodynamic under cover No 2. See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the oil level plug and washer
- Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port
- If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole
Manual transaxle oil Grade
API Service GL-4 or GL-5
Manual transaxle oil Viscosity
All-season: SAE 75W-90
Above 10°C {50°F}: SAE 80W-90
- If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole
- Install a new washer and the oil level plug
Tightening torque
39-59 N.m {4.0-6.0 kgf.m, 29-43 ft.lbf}
- Install the aerodynamic under cover No 2. See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .