Transmission Fluid Level, Checking: Checking

-- Check the fluid level using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

NOTE:

Let the transmission cool down if the fluid temperature is higher than 45 °C (113 °F).

The engine is idling and the selector lever is in "P".

-- Move the : SNM372500 under the transmission near the transmission fluid drain and check plug.

-- Remove the drain- and check plug -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Inspection Plug Near Pendulum Support

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-- Always replace the seal for the drain plug -arrow-.

Fig 2: ATF Inspection Plug

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NOTE:

Even if the level of transmission fluid is too low, first a small amount of transmission fluid will flow out of the overflow tube, because it fills during operation.

-- Let the excess oil drain.

-- Install the drain plug with a new seal as soon as all the fluid has drained out (it starts to drip).

-- If no oil flows out, the oil must be filled.