5R55S - Automatic Transaxle/Transmission

Transmission Fluid Level Check

Transmission Fluid Fill Reference:

1. Using the scan tool, monitor the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) using PID: TFT.
2. Start the vehicle.

3. NOTE: Engine idle speed is approximately 650 rpm.

While proceeding with this procedure, run the engine until the transmission fluid temperature is between 27-49° C (80-120° F).
4. Move the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.





5. Place the selector lever in the PARK position.
6. With the engine running and the vehicle set as close to level as possible, position it on a hoist.
7. Hold the larger transmission fluid drain plug with a wrench and remove the small (center) transmission fluid level indicating plug.





8. Install the special tool into the pan.





9. NOTE: Prior to filling the special tool with clean transmission fluid, make sure that the canister is clean.

Fill the special tool with clean transmission fluid.





10. Hang the special tool under the vehicle. Position it upright and close to the transmission.





11. Connect the special tools.
^ Connect the open end of the fluid hose from the Fluid Transporter/Evacuator/Injector to the Fluid Level and Fill Plug Adapter at the bottom of the transmission fluid pan.





12. Apply a maximum of 206.85 kPa (30 psi) to the open end of the vacuum/pressure hose from the special tool. Transmission fluid will immediately start flowing out of the special tool into the transmission fluid pan.





13. Add 0.5L (1 pt) of transmission fluid into the transmission fluid pan. Stop the process by releasing the air pressure and removing the air nozzle from the end of the hose.
14. Inspect the transmission fluid level in the special tool. If the transmission fluid drains back into the canister, the transmission is full. If no transmission fluid drains back, more transmission fluid will need to be added. Repeat Steps 12 and 13.
15. Once the transmission is full, place a hand vacuum pump on the open end of the vacuum/pressure hose on the special tool and apply vacuum to the system. This will pull out any extra transmission fluid trapped in the system and direct it into the container.





16. Allow the transmission fluid to drain. Make sure that the fluid temperature is between 27-49° C (80-120° F). When the transmission fluid comes out as a thin stream or drip, the transmission fluid is at the correct level.





17. Reinstall the small (center) transmission fluid level indicating plug using a 3/16-inch Allen key.
^ Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-inch).





18. Check the operation of the transmission by moving the range selector lever slowly through each gear, stopping in each position and allowing the transmission to engage.