Mariner 2WD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2005)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill
Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill-Without Torque Converter Drain Plug
Material
Draining
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL position it on a hoist.
2. NOTE: If an internal problem is suspected, drain the fluid through a paper filter. A small amount of metal or friction particles may be found from
normal wear. If an excessive amount of metal or friction material is present the transaxle will need to be overhauled.
Remove the transaxle drain plug.
Refill
1. Using a small amount of pipe sealant on the threads, install the transaxle drain plug.
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Tighten to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.).
2. Fill the transaxle with clean automatic transmission fluid.
3. Start the engine and run through all the gears and check fluid level.
