Fluid - M/T: Testing and Inspection

Transmission Oil Level, Checking

Special tools and equipment

- 17 mm wrench insert hex socket
or
- 3357 triple square socket driver

Notes:

- Vehicle must be level when checking transmission oil level. This can be achieved using a pit or 4-post lift.
- The oil filler plug is on left side of the transmission underneath the engine speed (RPM) sensor, and may be concealed by a heat shield over the drive axle.






- Depending on the version installed, use either 3357 triple square socket driver or a 17 mm hex socket to loosen the oil drain plug.






- To check oil level, remove oil filler plug (arrow).
- Check oil level with hand-made tool, e.g. bent wire.
- Specification: oil 7 mm (0.276 inch) below bottom of filler hole.

Note:

- Service Technicians may fill oil up to bottom of oil filler hole.

- Top off transmission oil if necessary, Capacity Specifications
- Install oil filler plug.
- Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).