Automatic Transmission Fluid

Repair Procedures

Inspection

1. 1
   Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. 2
   Start the engine to warm up the ATF.
3. 3
   Using KDS/GDS, check that the ATF temperature is within the range of 70 °C to 80 °C.
4. 4
   Slowly move the shift lever from the "P" position to the "D" position, and then back to the "P" position. Repeat this sequence two times only.
5. 5
   Remove the oil level gauge (A).

   

6. 6
   Check that the fluid level is at the "HOT" mark on the dipstick. If the fluid level is low, add automatic transmission fluid until the level reaches the "HOT" mark. Recommended: - ATF SP-III · Recommended transmission fluid: SK ATF SP-III, MICHANG ATF SP-III, NOCA ATF SP-III. Capacity: 5.7 L (1.50 US gal, 6.02 US qt, 5.02 Imp qt)

Replacement

1. 1
   Start the engine.
2. 2
   Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain, then reinstall the drain plug.

   Torque: 39.2 – 49 N·m

   

3. 3
   Pour ATF through the ATF filler tube after removing the dipstick (A).

   

4. 4
   Drive the vehicle until the fluid temperature rises to 70 - 80 °C, then check the fluid level again. The fluid level should be at the "HOT" mark.
5. 5
   Check the ATF level. (Refer to Hydraulic System - "Fluid")