Automatic Transmission Fluid Replacement
If you have a fluid changer, use this changer to replace the fluid. If you do not have a fluid changer, replace the fluid by the following procedure.
- Disconnect the hose which connects the transmission and the oil cooler (inside the radiator).
- Start the engine and let the fluid drain out.
Running conditions: N range with engine idling
CAUTION: The engine should be stopped within one minute after it is started. If the fluid has all drained out before then, the engine should be stopped at that point. - Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the transmission case to drain the fluid.
- Install the drain plug via the gasket, and tighten it the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 32 Nm
- Pour the new fluid in through the oil filler tube.CAUTION: Stop pouring if the full volume of fluid cannot be poured in.
- Repeat the procedure in step (2).NOTE: Check the old fluid for contamination. If it has been contaminated, repeat the steps (6) and (7).
- Pour the new fluid in through the oil filler tube.
- Reconnect the hose which was disconnected in step (1) above, and firmly replace the oil level gauge.
- Start the engine and run it at idle for 1-2 minutes.
- Move the select lever through all positions, and then move it to the N position.
- Drive the vehicle until the fluid temperature rises to the normal temperature (70-80°C), and then check the fluid level again. The fluid level must be at the HOT Mark.
- Firmly insert the oil level gauge into the oil filler tube.