AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) INSPECTION [FW6A-EL]

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Caution

•  If the ATF level is not within the specification or ATF is not adhering to the dipstick after warming up the engine, do not drive the vehicle. Otherwise, the transaxle could be damaged.

ATF level inspection

1.  Remove aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2.  Remove the dipstick securing bolt.

3.  Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2 and display the PID TFT.

4.  Warm up the engine until the ATF temperature is 50 °C {122 °F}.

5.  Remove the dipstick and wipe ATF off using a nylon cloth while leaving the engine idling.

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6.  Insert the dipstick and pull it out again.

7.  Verify that the ATF is adhering between L and F on the dipstick.

•  If ATF is not adhering between L and F on the dipstick, adjust the ATF level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) ADJUSTMENT [FW6A-EL].)

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Note

•  The ATF color is blue.

•  Only use genuine ATF FZ for the FW6A-EL.

8.  Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.

9.  Install aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)