A/T Fluid

A/T FLUID

Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)


CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fluid must be replaced as specified.





1.Before driving, the A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid temperatures of 30�
to 50� C (86� to 122� F) using the "COLD"
range on the A/T fluid level gauge as follows:
a.Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
b.Start the engine and move the selector lever through each gear position. Shift the selector lever into the "P" position.
c.Check the A/T fluid level with the engine idling.
d.Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint free paper.

CAUTION:
When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/T fluid level gauge, always use a lint-free paper, not a cloth.





e.Re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe as shown.

CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert the A/T fluid level gauge until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe, with the gauge reversed from the normal inserted position.
f.Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and note the A/T fluid level. If the A/T fluid level is at low side of range, add A/T fluid to the transmission through the A/T fluid charging pipe.

CAUTION:
Do not overfill the transmission with A/T fluid.
g.Install the A/T fluid level gauge and the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.

2.Warm up the engine and transmission.
3.Check for any A/T fluid leaks.
4.Drive the vehicle to increase the A/T fluid temperature to 80� C (176� F).
5.Allow the A/T fluid temperature to fall to approximately 65�C (149�F). Use the CONSULT to monitor the A/
T fluid temperature as follows:





NOTE:
The A/T fluid level will be significantly affected by the A/T fluid temperature as shown. Therefore monitor the A/T fluid temperature data using the CONSULT.
a.Connect CONSULT to data link connector.
b.Select "MAIN SIGNALS" in "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT.
c.Read out the value of "ATF TEMP 1".





6.Re-check the A/T fluid level at A/T fluid temperatures of approximately 65�
C (149�F) using the "HOT" range on the A/T fluid level gauge as shown. The HOT range is between 50�
- 80� C
(122� - 176� F).

CAUTION:
- When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free paper, not a cloth.





- To check the A/T fluid level, insert the A/T fluid level gauge until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe, with the gauge reversed from the normal inserted position as shown.
7.Check the A/T fluid condition.
- If the A/T fluid is very dark or has some burned smell, there may be an internal problem with the transmission. Cleaning. Flush the transmission cooling system after repairing the transmission.
- If the A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), replace the radiator and flush the transmission cooler lines using cleaning solvent and compressed air after repairing the transmission.
8.Install the A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe.
9.Tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification.

A/T fluid level gauge bolt : Automatic Transmission