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Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair




1. Remove the transmission cover.
2. Remove plug A (with washer) and B, and drain the oil into a suitable container.
3. Wipe both plugs clean.
4. Apply sealant to the B plug threads.
5. Install plug A (with new washer) and B.

Tightening torque:
A: 40 - 58 N-m (4.0 - 6.0 kgf-m, 29 - 43 ft-lbf)
B: 21 - 31 N-m (2.1 - 3.2 kgf-m, 16 - 23 ft-lbf)




6. Remove the filler plug and add the specified oil through the filler plug port until the level rises to the bottom of the port.

Specified oil:
Grade: API service GL-4 or GL-5
All-season: SAE 75W - 90
Above 10 °C (50 °F): SAE 80W - 90
Capacity: 2.5 L (2.6 US qts, 2.2 Imp qts)




7. Install a new filler plug.

Tightening torque: 25 - 39 N-m (2.5 - 4.0 kgf-m, 19 - 28 ft-lbf)

8. Install the transmission cover.

Tightening torque: 7.9 - 10.7 N-m (80 - 110 kgf-cm, 70 - 95.4 in-lbf)