18. ATF SA07692

A: REPLACEMENT SA07692A20

1. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID SA07692A2001

1) Drain ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) by removing drain plug after allowing the engine to cool for 3 to 4 hours.

NOTE:

Before starting work, cool off the engine well.

2. ATF FILTER

NOTE:

ATF filter is maintenance free part. ATF filter needs replacement, when it has physically damaged or ATF leaked.

For the replacement procedures of the ATF filter: <Ref. to AT-46, ATF Filter.>

2)   Reinstall drain plug after draining ATF, and tighten it to the specified torque.

Tightening torque:

25.0 Nm (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

3)   Fill ATF up to the middle of the "COLD" side on level gauge by using the gauge hole.

Recommended fluid:

Dexron III type automatic transmission fluid

Fluid capacity:

Fill the same amount drained from ATF drain plug hole.

4)   Run the vehicle until the ATF temperature rises to 60 to 80°C (140 to 176°F) and check the ATF level.