1. Transmission Fluid Level Inspection

Transmission Fluid Level Inspection





Caution: Refer to Checking Hot Transmission Fluid through Drain Plug Hole Caution Service Precautions.

1. With the vehicle on a level surface and the fluid in the transaxle cold, remove the filler plug and check the fluid level. The fluid should come to the bottom edge of the plug hole.




2. If the level is low, add SAE 75W90 manual transaxle fluid through the filler plug hole until the fluid begins to run out.
Important: The speed gears and the synchronizer parts on this vehicle receive lubrication through specific passages in the mainshaft.


3. Reinstall the filler plug and tighten it securely.
4. It takes 1.8 liters (1.90 quarts) to fill the transaxle completely.
5. Check the fluid level.