Manual transaxle
Transaxle oil inspection
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1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level plug and washer.
3. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
- If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole.
Specified oil grade API Service GL-4 or GL-5 Specified oil viscosity All-season: SAE 75W-90
Above 10 °C {50 ° F}: SAE 80W-90

4. Install a new washer and the oil level plug.
Tightening torque 40-58 N·m {4.0-6.0 kgf·m, 29-43 ft·lbf}
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