Flow Test

NOTE: The transaxle linkage should be checked for proper adjustment. The fluid level and line pressure must tie within specification before performing this test.

1. Remove fluid level indicator from fluid filler tube.
2. Place funnel in filler tube.
3. Raise vehicle on hoist and position suitable safety stands under vehicle.
4. Remove cooler return tube (lower fitting) from fitting on transaxle case
5. Connect one end of a hose to the cooler return tube and route the other end of the hose up to a point where it can be inserted into a funnel at the fluid filler tube.
6. Remove safety stands and lower vehicle. Insert end of hose into funnel.
7. Start engine and run at idle with transaxle in neutral position.
8. When fluid flowing from hose is all liquid, an adequate amount of fluid should be observed (approximately 1 liter (1 quart) delivered in 30 seconds). If adequate flow is observed, test is completed.
9. If flow is not adequate, s top engine. Disconnect hose from cooler return lube and connect it to converter-out tube (upper fitting) on case.





10. Repeat Steps 7 and 8. If flow is now approximately 1 liter (1 quart) in 30 seconds, perform Transmission Fluid Cooler-Backflushing/Cleaning. If flow is still not approximately 1 liter (1 quart) in 30 seconds, service the pump and/or converter.