Inspection Procedure 16: Oil leaks from the air breather: Diagnosis
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- STEP 1. Check the transmission fluid.
Check the transmission fluid for burning, fouling, and foreign material.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 2.
- NO: Replace the transaxle assembly.
- STEP 2. Check the transmission fluid level.
Check if the transmission fluid level is adequate.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 3.
- NO: Check and repair the leakage point of the transmission fluid, add the transmission fluid, and then go to Step 3.
- STEP 3. Perform a hydraulic test.
Refer to HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TESTS .
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: The procedure is complete.
- NO: Replace the transaxle assembly.