Check the transmission oil level

Fig 1: Engine Start Verification

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• Start the car
• Read off the oil temperature.

  When checking the transmission fluid level, the temperature must be 80-90°C.

  At the correct temperature, the oil level should be between "Min hot" and "Max hot".

  Oil level 

  1. Too high:  Drain the transmission fluid to the correct level
  2. Too low:  Check the transmission for leakage.

  Remedy as necessary.

  Other information: 

  • To check and adjust the oil level, see Oil level, checking .
  Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA

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  Fig 3: Identifying Oil Level / Temperature

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Was the transmission fluid level correct? 

• YES 

  Refer to Checking solenoid STH 

• NO 

  Refer to Resetting Transmission fluid change counter