Drivetrain

Manual Transaxle Oil Inspection [C66 M R]

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Tightening torque found on this page

1. Park the vehicle on level ground.

2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..

3. Remove the oil level plug and gasket.


    Tightening torque
  • 39—59 N·m {4.0—6.0 kgf·m, 29—43 ft·lbf}

4. Verify that the manual transaxle oil is near the brim of the plug port.

  • When the manual transaxle oil level is lower than the lower limit, add manual transaxle oil.

    Manual transaxle oil grade
  • API service GL-4

    Manual transaxle oil viscosity
  • SAE 75W-80

5. Install a new gasket and the oil level plug.

    Tightening torque
  • 39—59 N·m {4.0—6.0 kgf·m, 29—43 ft·lbf}

6. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2..

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