Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair

MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL (MTM)
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION





1. INSPECT TRANSAXLE OIL
a. Stop the vehicle on level ground.
b. Remove the transmission filler plug and the gasket.
c. Check that the oil surface is within 5 mm (0.20 in.) from the lowest position of the inner surface of the transmission filler plug opening.

NOTICE:
^ Excessively large or small amounts of oil may cause troubles.
^ After replacing oil, drive the vehicle and check the oil level.

d. Check for oil leakage when the oil level is low.
e. Install the transmission filler plug and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 Nm (400 kgf-cm, 29 ft. lbs.)