Trans-axle fluid level checking procedure .
Tools Required:
DW260-070 Transaxle Fluid Plug Remover/Installer
Start the engine and allow the engine to idle for approximately 5 minutes , or, if possible, drive the vehicle for afew kilometers (miles) to warm the transaxle fluid. Check the fluid level when the transaxle is over 30 °C (86 °F).
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Press the brake pedal and move the shift lever through the gear ranges, pausing a few seconds in each range. Return the shift lever to the park position. (Left-Hand Drive Shown, Right-Hand Drive Similar.)
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Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
Place a fluid container below the fluid level plug.
Remove the fluid level plug using the plug remover/installer DW260-070. Because the transaxle operates correctly over a range of levels, fluid may or may not drain out of the plug hole when the plug is removed.
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Check the oil fluid level. If fluid does not drain through the plug hole after adding a total of 4 liters, then the transaxle was either underfilled or the transaxle is leaking fluid. Inspect the transaxle for fluid leaks. Fix any leaks before setting the transaxle fluid level.
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Install the fluid level plug using the plug remover/installer DW260-070. Tighten: Tighten the Fluid Level Plug to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.) .
When the fluid level checking procedure is completed, wipe any fluid from the transaxle case with a rag or shop towel. Also, check that the fluid fill cap and the vent tube are properly installed.
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Monday, February 15th, 2021 AT 1:21 PM
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