Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperatures 66ÉC-77ÉC (150ÉF-170ÉF) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km (20
miles) of driving.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66ÉC-77ÉC
[150ÉF-170ÉF]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transaxle failure. An
overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Lubricant specificationssection in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transaxle component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns
and/or possible damage.
DON’T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCH AREA--CHECH WHEN HOT-IDLING
DON’T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCH AREA--CHECH WHEN HOT-IDLING
DON’T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCH AREA--CHECH WHEN HOT-IDLING
Maintenance and Specifications
217
dipstick ....................................194
filter, specifications ........196, 224
recommendations ...................196
refill capacities ........................224
specifications ..................226±227
Exhaust fumes ..........................137
F
Floor mats ...................................57
Fluid capacities .........................224
Fuel ............................................204
calculating fuel economy .85, 209
cap ...........................................206
capacity ...................................224
choosing the right fuel ...........207
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................212
detergent in fuel .....................208
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................204, 206, 209
filter, specifications ........209, 224
fuel filler door override ............89
fuel filler door release ..............89
fuel pump shut-off switch .....155
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........209
octane rating ...................207, 227
quality ......................................208
running out of fuel .................208
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................204
Fuses ..................................156±157
G
Garage door opener ....................68
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............206Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................209
Gauges .........................................14
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................15
tachometer ................................15
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
definition .................................148
driving with a heavy load ......148
location ....................................148
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
calculating ...............................148
definition .................................148
driving with a heavy load ......148
location ....................................148
H
Hazard flashers .........................155
Head restraints .........................103
Headlamps ...................................40
aiming ..................................42±43
autolamp system .......................41
bulb specifications ....................46
daytime running lights .............40
flash to pass ..............................41
high beam ...........................13, 40
replacing bulbs .........................47
turning on and off ..............13, 40
warning chime ..........................13
Heating ........................................33
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ............................68, 70±71
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