On-Vehicle Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota Yaris. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT TRANSAXLE OIL
1. Stop the vehicle in a level place.
2. Remove the transmission filler plug and the gasket.
3. Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) of the bottom of the transmission filler plug opening.
  NOTE:
  - Excessively large or small amounts of oil may cause problems.
  - After replacing the oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level again.
4. Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.
5. Install the transmission filler plug and a new gasket.
  Torque: 39 N*m (400 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf)
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level Check
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