General Equipment: Notes

UV fluid leak detection equipment

CAUTION: Do not try to stop the fluid leak by increasing the torque beyond specifications. This may cause damage to the transaxle case threads.

Check the fluid filler tube at the transaxle case. If any leakage is found, install a new plug.

Check the fluid tubes and fittings between the transaxle and the cooler for looseness, wear or damage. If leakage cannot be stopped by tightening a fluid tube nut, install new components.

If the leak continues, install a new cooler line fitting and tighten to specification. The same procedure should be followed for fluid leaks between the cooler and the cooler line fittings. REFER to TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION COOLING .

The cooler can be further checked for leaks. REFER to TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION COOLING .

If leakage is found at the transaxle range selector lever, install a new seal.

If leakage is found at the transaxle wiring harness connector, install a new O-ring.

The transaxle is equipped with the following components to prevent external fluid leakage:

sealer
lip-type seals
O-ring seals
seal rings
seal grommets
thread sealant
fluid pan