Transmission Fluid Level Inspection

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Fluid Filler Plug

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CAUTION: Refer to Checking Hot Transmission Fluid through Drain Plug Hole Caution in Cautions and Notices.

With the vehicle on a level surface and the fluid in the transaxle cold, remove the filler plug and check the fluid level. The fluid should come to the bottom edge of the plug hole.

Fig 2: Adding Transaxle Fluid Through Filler Hole

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IMPORTANT: The speed gears and the synchronizer parts on this vehicle receive lubrication through specific passages in the mainshaft.

If the level is low, add SAE 80 manual transaxle fluid through the filler plug hole until the fluid begins to run out.
Reinstall the filler plug and tighten it securely.
It takes 1.8 liters (1.90 quarts) to fill the transaxle completely.
Check the fluid level.