Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair

NOTICE: To insure that all sediment within the transaxle is suspended in the fluid, the fluid should only be drained after it has reached a normal operating temperature of 88°- 93°C (190°- 200°F). Normal operating temperature is reached after approximately 24 km (15 miles) of highway driving.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED ON HOIST. TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL INJURY WHEN A VEHICLE IS ON A HOIST, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE VEHICLE ON THE OPPOSITE END FROM WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEING REMOVED.





1. Position vehicle on hoist and raise vehicle.
2. Drain fluid with vehicle level and engine off. Allow at least five minutes for the fluid to drain completely.

NOTICE: Clean drain plug and lubricate with clean Transaxle Fluid. Wipe off excess fluid and install.





3. Install drain plug and torque to specification.

IMPORTANT: Check for any damage to the rubber seal and replace as necessary.

- Torque: 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).





4. Lower vehicle and remove air induction system and air filter box.





5. Remove filter using nylon strap-type filter wrench.
6. Remove magnet from filter.
7. Wipe magnet clean and install on new filter.

NOTICE: Install filter by hand. Do not use any type of tool that will scratch, dent or damage filter. If the filter is damaged in any way, it must be replaced with a new filter.

8. Lube new filter seal with transaxle fluid and install filter.
- Torque: Turn filter onto fitting until filter seal makes contact with the case. After contact, tighten filter one turn.
9. Install air filter box, if removed.
- Torque: 10 N.m (89 inch lbs).
10. Install air induction system.
11. Refill transaxle using Transaxle Fluid to the specified initial refill capacity.

IMPORTANT: Fill transaxle slowly or use a vented funnel.

12. Start engine, warm up transaxle, and check for leaks.
13. Bring transaxle up to normal operating temperature and check for proper fluid level using the "Transaxle Fluid Level" checking procedures.