Automatic transaxle fluid change
1. At the specified time intervals, the automatic transaxle fluid should be drained and replaced.
Note: Although the manufacturer doesn’t specify it, it is a good idea to clean the transaxle fluid strainer periodically to remove accumulated dirt and metal particles.
2. Before beginning work, purchase the specified transaxle fluid (see Recommended lubricants and fluids in this Chapter’s Specifications).
3. The fluid should be drained immediately after the vehicle has been driven. Hot fluid is more effective than cold fluid at removing built up sediment.
Warning: Fluid temperature can exceed 350-degrees F in a hot transaxle. Wear protective gloves.
4. Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the engine splash shields.
5. Move the drain pan under the vehicle, being careful not to touch any of the hot exhaust components.
6. Remove the transaxle fluid overflow plug from the fluid pan, then unscrew the overflow tube and allow the fluid to drain (see illustrations).
i. 6a Remove the overflow plug…
i.6b . . . then unscrew the overflow tube …
i.6c … to drain the fluid
7. After the fluid has finished draining, reinstall the overflow tube and tighten it too the torque listed in this Chapter’s Specifications (see illustrations).
i.7a Install the overflow tube …
i.7b . and tighten it to the specified torque
8. Install the overflow plug and tighten it temporarily at this time.
9. Refer to Automatic transaxle fluid level check for the refilling and fluid level checking procedure.