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1.Drive the vehicle until
the A/T fluid temperature reaches the normal temperature (70
- 80°C)
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Measure A/T fluid temperature
using M.U.T.-III.
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Check the fluid level
referring to the characteristics chart shown if
it takes some time to reach the normal operation
temperature of A/T fluid (70 -
80°C).
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2.Park the vehicle on a level
surface. 3.Move the selector lever to all
positions to fully charge the torque converter and the fluid
lines with A/T fluid, and then move the selector lever to
the P position. 4.After wiping away any dirt from
around the oil level gauge, pull out the oil level gauge and
check the level of A/T fluid.
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If the A/T fluid has a burnt
smell, or if it has become very contaminated or
dirty, it means that the A/T fluid has become
contaminated by minute particles form bushings
(metal) or worn parts. In such a case, the
transmission needs to be overhauled and the A/T
fluid cooler line needs to be flushed
out.
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5.Check that the A/T fluid
level is between the HOT marks on the oil level gauge. If
the A/T fluid level is too low, add more A/T fluid until the
level reaches between the HOT marks. A/T fluid:
DIA QUEEN ATF SP III
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If the A/T fluid level is too
low, the oil pump draws air into the system
along with the A/T fluid, and air bubbles will
thus from in the fluid circuit. This will cause
a drop in fluid pressure and cause the shift
points to change and the clutches and brakes to
slip. If the A/T fluid level is too high, the
gear will churn the A/T fluid and cause bubbles
to develop, which can then cause the same
problems as when the A/T fluid is too low. In
either case, the air bubbles can cause
overheating and oxidation of the A/T fluid, and
also prevent the valves, clutches and brakes
from operating normally. In addition, if bubbles
develop in the A/T fluid, the A/T fluid can
overflow from the transmission vent holes and be
mistaken for leaks.
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6.Securely re-insert the oil level
gauge.
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