Flow Test
NOTE:
The flow test must be performed after the flush to ensure that all flushing solution and water is removed from the oil cooling system.
- Disconnect both hoses from the oil cooler pipes. Connect the oil cooler feed pipe (top connector) to the transaxle for normal flow.
- Clip the discharge hose (5) onto the empty oil drain container. See Figure .
- Confirm the transaxle is filled with automatic transaxle fluid. See CHECKING FLUID LEVELS .
- Start the engine with the transaxle in PARK range and run for 30 seconds. A minimum of 2 qts. (1.9L) must be discharged during this 30-second run time.
- If fluid flow is greater than 2 qts. (1.9L) in 30 seconds, connect the oil cooler feed pipe to the front connector of the transaxle.
- If fluid flow is less than 2 qts. (1.9L) in 30 seconds, perform the following diagnosis:
- Disconnect the transaxle oil cooler and line flusher discharge hose (5) from the oil cooler return pipe.
- Disconnect the oil cooler feed pipe at the radiator.
- Connect the transaxle oil cooler and line flusher discharge hose (5) to the oil cooler feed pipe, radiator end.
- Clip the discharge hose (5) onto the oil drain container.
- Start the engine with the transaxle in Park range and run for 30 seconds after fluid begins to flow from the discharge hose (5). A minimum of 2 qts. (1.9L) must be discharged during this 30 second run time.
- If the amount of transaxle fluid flow remains less than 2 qts. (1.9L) in 30 seconds, inspect the oil cooler feed pipe, top connector, for restrictions or damage. If no condition is found with the feed pipe, inspect the transaxle.