Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill

Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill

Draining Procedure

Warning

When the transmission is at operating temperatures, take necessary precautions when removing the check/fill plug, to avoid being burned by draining fluid.

Warning

The transmission fluid is hot. Caution must be taken to prevent personal injury when the transmission fluid drains from the transmission.

Warning

Use care when working around exhaust heat shields. The heat shields may have sharp edges and can cause personal injury if contact is made. Always install a temporary cover to the heat shield to reduce the risk of injury.

Note: Before removing any plug, clean the area around the plug.




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.

2. If equipped, remove the front compartment splash shield, refer to Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement Service and Repair, or the front compartment insulator, refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement Service and Repair.

3. Remove and DISCARD the fluid drain plug (1).

4. Drain the transmission fluid into a suitable container.

5. Let the transmission fluid run out for 10 minutes to allow for proper drain down.

6. Clean the transmission drain hole threads.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

Note: Service may offer plugs that are not coated with thread lock agent. If this is the case, apply thread lock agent to the plug.

7. Install the NEW fluid drain plug (1) and tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

8. If equipped, install the front compartment splash shield. Refer to Front Compartment Splash Shield Replacement Service and Repair , or the front compartment insulator, refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement Service and Repair.

Filling Procedure

1. Allow the powertrain and exhaust system cool down.

2. Lower the vehicle.

3. Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement Battery Tray Replacement.




4. Remove the fluid fill plug (1).

5. Fill the transmission to the proper level with the correct fluid. Refer to Manual Transmission Specifications Manual Transmission Specifications.

6. Install the fluid fill plug (1) and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).

7. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement Battery Tray Replacement.

Fluid Level Check

This transmission is NOT equipped with a fluid level checking device. The fluid level can only be checked by draining and filling procedure.