Fluid Level, Leakage and Condition Checks

Preliminary Checks
(Prior to Road Testing)

FLUID LEAKAGE
To detect a fluid leak:
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Clean area suspected of leaking.
3. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in drive, and wait a few minutes.
4. Stop engine.
5. Check for fresh leakage.

FLUID CONDITION
Examine the A.T.F. and note its color, texture, and odor.
1. Dark or Black Fluid:
With a burned odor
- Worn friction material.

2. Milky Pink Fluid:Water Contamination
- Road water entering through filler tube or breather.

3. Varnished Fluid, light to dark brown and tacky: Oxidation
- Over or Underfilling.
- Overheating.