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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 14 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURETRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER FLUSHING AND FLOW TESTNOTES

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans

Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test: Notes

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and pipes cause insufficient transmission lubrication and elevated operating temperatures which can lead to premature transmission failure. Many repeat repair cases could have been prevented by following published procedures for transmission oil cooler flushing and flow checking. This procedure includes flow checking and flushing the auxiliary transmission oil cooler, if equipped.

NOTE: Use the J 45096 or equivalent to flush and flow test the transmission oil cooler and the oil cooler pipes after the transaxle is removed for repairs or replacement. Use only GM Goodwrench DEXRON®VI automatic transmission fluid in the J 45096. The AF33-5 uses T-IV automatic transmission fluid. After completing the flushing and flow test procedure, remove the residual DEXRON®VI left in the oil cooler by carefully blowing out with compressed air. Time allowance for performing the cooler flow checking and flushing procedure is included in the appropriate labor time guide operations. The service procedure steps for oil cooler flushing and flow testing are as follows:

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• 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.