Procedures

Service Adjustment Procedure

Transaxle gear oil level

Inspection
Inspect each component for evidence of leakage.
Check the gear oil level by removing the filler plug.
If the oil is contaminated, it is necessary to replace it with new oil.
1. Remove oil filler plug(A).




2. Check level with finger.
Oil level must be up to fill the hole, if not, add oil until it runs over.




3. Install filler plug.

Tightening torque :
60 - 80 Nm (6.0 - 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 - 57.8 lb-ft)

Replacement
1. With the vehicle parked on a level surface, remove the drain plug.
2. Drain the transaxle oil after loosening the drain plug (A).




3. Install the drain plug with new washer.

Tightening torque :
60 - 80 Nm (6.0 - 8.0 kgf.m, 43.4 - 57.8 lb-ft)

4. Add new oil through the file plug hole and, fill it just below the plug opening.

Standard oil :SAE 75W/85, API GL-4
Oil capacity :1.9l(2.0US qt, 1.67lmp qt)

Driveshaft Oil seal
Replacement
1. Disconnect the drive shaft from the transaxle. (refer to Drive shaft in DS group)
2. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, remove the oil seal.




3. Using the special tool(09452-21200), tap the drive shaft oil seal into the transaxle.