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Adjustment





A/T FLUID


Adjustment


CAUTION:
Always maintain the ATF temperature within between 35�C (95�F) and 45�C (113�F) while checking with
CONSULT-III when the ATF level adjustment is performed.
1. Start the engine.
2. Make the ATF temperature approximately 40�C (104�F).

NOTE:
The ATF level is greatly affected by the temperature. Always check the ATF temperature on "ATF TEMP
1" of "Data Monitor" using CONSULT-III.
3. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
4. Shift the selector lever through each gear position. Leave selector lever in "P" position.
5. Lift up the vehicle.
6. Check the ATF leakage from transmission.
7. Remove overflow plug from oil pan.
8. Insert the own made tube into the overflow plug hole, and then fill approximately 0.5 liters (1/2 US qt, 1/2 Imp qt) of the ATF.
9. Check that the ATF leaks when removing the own made tube from the overflow plug hole. If the ATF does not leak, refill the ATF.
10. When the ATF starts to drop, tighten the overflow plug into the oil pan to the specified torque.

CAUTION:
Never reuse overflow plug.

Overflow plug - tightening torque : 12.4 Nm (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft. lbs.)