Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
Transmission Fluid Drain and RefillService Repair No - 44.24.02
WARNING: Observe due care when draining transmission fluid as the fluid can be very hot.
WARNING: Observe due care when working near a hot exhaust system.
1. WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the transmission undershield.
^ Remove the 6 bolts.
3. If installed, remove the transmission heat shield.
^ Remove the 4 bolts.
4. Clean the area around the transmission fluid drain and filler plugs.
5. Place a container under the transmission.
6. WARNING: Observe due care when draining transmission fluid as the fluid can be very hot.
WARNING: Observe due care when working near a hot exhaust system.
^ Remove the transmission fluid filler/level plug.
^ Remove and discard the sealing washer.
7. Remove the transmission fluid drain plug.
^ Remove and discard the sealing washer.
^ Allow the fluid to drain.
8. Install the transmission fluid drain plug and tighten to 9 Nm (7 lb.ft).
^ Install a new sealing washer.
9. Add 3.5 to 4 liters of the correct transmission fluid, or until a small thread of fluid runs from the filler/level hole.
10. Check and top-up the transmission fluid level.