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ATF Condition Inspection

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  1. Pull out the dipstick.
  2. Verify that the ATF color is a clear, red color.
    • If the ATF color is not a clear, red color, verify the malfunction symptom from the following table:
    ATF color Possible cause
    Light red Water penetration
    Discolored to red brown ATF deterioration
    Discolored to blackish color Powertrain part (clutch) malfunction