ATF, Replacing

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Remove noise insulation tray.
Place drip tray under transmission.

Fig 1: Identifying ATF Drain Plug

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Remove drain plug - arrow - from transmission housing.
Drain ATF.
Install drain plug with new oil seal, install and tighten.

If ATF must be added, use only ATF listed in Electronic Parts Catalog "ETKA".

Add about 2.5 l of ATF.
Then start engine and shift through all selector lever positions with vehicle stationary.
Finally, check ATF level and top off. Refer to ATF level, checking and topping off .