Fluid - A/T: Testing and Inspection
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID1. Inspection
1. Apply the parking brake and position wheel chocks to prevent the car from rolling forward.
NOTE: Place the car on a flat, level surface.
2. Run the engine to heat the automatic transmission fluid to 70 - 80°C (158 - 176°F). While the engine is idling, shift the selector lever from "P" to "L" and back again.
3. Let the engine idle.
4. Shift the selector lever to "P" or "N"
5. Check that the ATF level is in the 75°C (158°F) range. Add ATF to specification if necessary.
2. Condition
1. Check the ATF for discoloration.
2. Check the ATF for any unusual small.
NOTE: Determine whether or not the automatic transmission should be disassembled, by carefully observing the condition of fluid. If the fluid is muddy and varnished, it indicates burned drive plates.