Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Automatic Transaxle Unit: Inspection
- INSPECT TRANSMISSION OIL CLEANER MAGNET
- Use the removed magnets to collect any steel chips. Examine the chips and particles in the pan and on the magnets to determine what type of wear has occurred in the transaxle:
Result:
Steel (magnetic):
Bearing, gear and plate wear
Brass (non-magnetic):
Bearing wear
- Use the removed magnets to collect any steel chips. Examine the chips and particles in the pan and on the magnets to determine what type of wear has occurred in the transaxle:
- INSPECT INPUT SHAFT SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Using a dial indicator, measure the input shaft end play.
End play: 0.012 to 1.250 mm (0.0005 to 0.0492 in.)
- Using a dial indicator, measure the input shaft end play.
- INSPECT NO. 2 CLUTCH DISC
- Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates, and flange are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.NOTE: If the linings of the discs are peeled off or discolored, or even if a part of the groove is damaged, replace all discs.
- Check if the sliding surfaces of the discs, plates, and flange are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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