AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION


  1. CHECK TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL

    Tech Tips


    • Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transmission are at the normal operating temperature.

      Standard ATF temperature
      70 to 80°C (158 to 176°F)

    • The ATF temperature can be checked with the intelligent tester.

      Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / A/T Oil Temperature 3.


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      Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.

    2. With the engine idling and the brake pedal depressed, move the shift lever into all positions from P to L. Then return it to P.

    3. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean.

    4. Push it back fully into the pipe.

    5. Pull it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT range.

      If the level is not in the HOT range, add transmission fluid.