Fluid Level, Leakage and Condition Checks
FLUID LEAKAGEIf the governor cap and valve cover are suspected:
1. Open hood.
2. Clean the area around the governor cap and valve cover.
3. Run the vehicle at highway speeds.
4. Check the governor cap and valve cover for fresh leakage.
To detect a fluid leak:
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Clean areas suspected of leaking.
3. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in drive, and wait a few minutes.
4. Stop engine.
5. Check for fresh leakage.
FLUID CONDITION
Examine the A.T.F. and note its color, texture, and odor.
1. Dark of Black Fluid:
With a burned odor
- Worn friction material.
2. Milky Pink Fluid: Water Contamination
- Road water entering through filler tube or breather.
3. Varnished Fluid, light to dark brown and tacky: Oxidation
- Over or Underfilling.
- Overheating.