Skyhawk L4-121 2.0L Turbo VIN M FI (1987)
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
THM 125C, 440-T4
When cold, 27~C (80~F), a full THM 125C and 440-T4 transaxle will show the fluid level to be above the "Full Hot" mark on the fluid level indicator
(refer to Figures 2 and 3). This is a result of the fluid that is stored in the bottom pan when the transaxle is cold. As the transaxle warms to normal
operating temperature fluid is captured in the side pan, lowering the fluid level to within the cross-hatched area on the fluid level indicator.
NOTICE:
The cold level checking procedure cannot take the place of a "hot" level check. The cold level will let the technician know that there is
enough fluid in the transmission/transaxle to perform a Preliminary Check Procedure, an accurate road test, and allow normal operating
temperature to be obtained prior to the necessary "hot" check.
To obtain a proper "hot" fluid level check for all THM transmissions/transaxles:
1.
Drive vehicle in all ranges to attain a fluid temperature of 80 to 90~C (180-200~F).
2.
Idle at normal idle speed in Park for 3 minutes.
3.
With vehicle level, accessories turned off, and engine idling in Park, check fluid level.
4.
Fluid level should be within the cross-hatched area. (Read front and back of the fluid level indicator and use the lowest level.)
