T5OD Manual Transaxle/Transmission
Transmission Draining and FillingSpecial Tool(s):
Material:
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. NOTE: Drain the transmission while the transmission fluid is warm.
NOTE: Position a drain pan under the transmission.
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
3. Clean the drain plug. Apply thread sealant and reinstall.
^ Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
4. NOTE: Prior to removal, clean the area around the filler plug.
Remove the filler plug.
5. NOTE: Do not overfill the transmission. This will cause transmission fluid to be forced out of the case.
Using a suitable oil suction gun, fill the transmission with the recommended fluid.
^ Transmission capacity is 2.61L (2.8 qt).
6. Clean the filler plug. Apply thread sealant and reinstall.
^ Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).