Transaxle Oil Change Procedure

1993 Geo Prizm L4-1600cc 1.6L DOHCSECTION Transaxle Oil Change Procedure



REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Transaxle splash shield.
3. Drain plug and drain the oil.
4. Check fill plug.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Drain plug.
- Tighten drain plug to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).
2. Add specified oil.
3. Check fill plug.
- Tighten check fill plug to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).
4. Transaxle splash shield.
- Lower vehicle.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.