Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Adjustment [GW6AX-El]

Oil and Chemical Type 

1. Remove the front under cover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
3. Adjust the ATF level.
   1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2 and display the PID TFT.
   2. Warm up the engine until the ATF temperature is 50°C {122°F}.
   3. Remove the dipstick and wipe the ATF off using a clean cloth while leaving the engine idling.

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      WARNING:

      • Keep hands and tools away from the cooling fan even if the cooling fan is not operating to prevent injury, or damage to the cooling fan.
      • Do not touch parts which have become heated. Otherwise, it could cause severe burns or serious injury.
   4. Insert the dipstick and pull it out again.
   5. Verify that ATF is adhering to the central marker area on the dipstick.
      • If ATF is not adhering to the central marker area on the dipstick, adjust the ATF level to the central marker area.
      NOTE:

      • The ATF color is blue.
      • Only use ATF FZ

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      ATF type
      ATF FZ

4. Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.
   Fig 1: Dipstick And Bolt With Torque Specification

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5. Install the front under cover No. 1. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)