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 Transmission Fluid: Replacement
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Remove the ATF drain plug to drain ATF.CAUTION:
- Directly after the vehicle has been running or the engine has been long idle running, the ATF is hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.
- Be careful not to spill the ATF on the exhaust pipe to prevent it from emitting smoke or causing fire. If the ATF is spilt, wipe it off completely.
- Check the ATF condition. < Refer to CONDITION CHECK , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
- Tighten the ATF drain plug to the specified torque.NOTE:
Use a new gasket.
Tightening torque:
20 N.m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)
- Lower the vehicle.
- Pour ATF through the oil charge pipe.
Recommended ATF:
Refer to "Recommended Materials" service information. < Refer to FLUID , RECOMMENDED MATERIALS, Recommended Materials. >
Capacity:
Fill with the same amount of ATF as drained.
CAUTION:Be sure to use the recommended or equivalent ATF. Using material except recommended one or substitute would cause trouble.
- Check the level and leaks of the ATF. < Refer to INSPECTION , Automatic Transmission Fluid. >
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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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