Repair Procedures: Replacement

NOTE: ATF of 6 speed automatic transaxle doesn't need to be replaced. If the vehicle is severe use or business use, replace ATF every 60, 000 miles for severe usage. Severe usage is defined as

Severe usage is defined as

Driving in rough road (Bumpy, Gravel, Snowy, Unpaved road, etc)
Driving in mountain road, ascent/descent
Repetition of short distance driving
More than 50% operation in heavy city traffic during hot weather above 32°C (89.6°F).
Police, Taxi, Commercial type operation or trailer towing, etc

Remove the under cover (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Under Cover
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Remove the drain plug (A) and reinstall the drain plug after draining ATF totally.
Tightening Torque:

38.2 ~ 48.1 N.m (3.9 ~ 4.9 kgf.m, 28.2 ~ 35.4 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Drain Plug
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NOTE:
Replace the gasket before reinstalling the drain plug.
Fill the oil about 5 liters.
Check the oil level. Refer to FLUID .