Fluid (ATF)
Repair Procedures
Inspection
Inspection of Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
Nu 2.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
Gamma 1.6 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
Fill 0.7 liter of ATF SP-IV through the ATF filler hole after removing the eyebolt (A).
[GAMMA 1.6 MPI]

[NU 2.0 MPI]

Start the engine to warm up the ATF.
Using KDS, make sure the ATF temperature is between 50 °C and 60°C (122–140°F).
Slowly move the shift lever from the "P" position to the "D" position, then back to the "P" position. Repeat this sequence two times, then move the shift lever to the "P" position.
Remove the under cover.
Nu 2.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
Gamma 1.6 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
Raise the vehicle and remove the ATF level plug (A) from the valve body cover.
[GAMMA 1.6 MPI / NU 2.0 MPI]

Check the ATF level.
Normal: ATF flows out in a thin, steady stream.
Excessive (abnormal): More than 0.9 L of ATF flows out within 2 minutes.
Insufficient (abnormal): No fluid flows out.
Install the ATF level plug (A).
[GAMMA 1.6 MPI / NU 2.0 MPI]

Lower the vehicle and install the eyebolt (A).
[GAMMA 1.6 MPI]

[NU 2.0 MPI]

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