Milan FWD V6-3.0L (2010)
the transaxle is put back into use. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning See: Service and
Repair/Procedures/6F35/Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning.
Transmission Fluid Cooler Flow Test
NOTE: The selector lever linkage, selector lever cable adjustment, transmission fluid level and line pressure must be within specification before
carrying out this test. Refer to Automatic Transmission/Transaxle for selector lever linkage and selector lever cable adjustment and refer to Special
Testing Procedures See: Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/6F35/Special Testing Procedures/Special Testing
Procedures for line pressure test. The transmission fluid must be above 85°C (185°F) for the cooler by-pass to open to carry out this test.
1. Using a scan tool, run the engine to establish the correct transmission fluid temperature of 85°C (185°F).
2. Remove the transmission fluid level indicator from the transmission fluid filler tube.
3. Place funnel in the transmission fluid filler tube.
4. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.
5. Remove the transmission fluid cooler return tube (rear fitting) from the fitting on the transaxle case.
6. Connect one end of a hose to the cooler return tube and route other end of the hose up to a point where it can be inserted into the funnel at the
transmission fluid filler tube.
7. Start the engine and run it at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL position.
8. When transmission fluid flowing from hose is in a steady stream, a liberal amount of transmission fluid should be observed. "Liberal" is described
as about 1L (1 qt) delivered in 30 seconds. If a liberal flow is observed, the test is complete.
9. If the flow is not liberal, stop the engine. Disconnect the hose from the cooler return tube and connect it to the converter outlet tube fitting (front
fitting) on the transaxle case.
10. Repeat Steps 7 and 8. If flow is now approximately 1L (1 qt) in 30 seconds, refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning See:
Service and Repair/Procedures/6F35/Transmission Fluid Cooler Backflushing and Cleaning. If the flow is still not approximately 1L (1 qt) in 30
seconds, repair the pump and/or the torque converter.
If new transmission fluid cooler tubes need to be installed, refer to Transmission Cooler, A/T.
Check Transmission Fluid Level and Condition (All Vehicles)
Transaxle Cooling - 6F35
Check Transmission Fluid Level and Condition (All Vehicles)
NOTICE: The vehicle should not be driven if the transmission fluid level indicator shows the transmission fluid below the minimum
transmission fluid level mark or internal failure could result.
If the vehicle has been operated for an extended period of time, at highway speeds, in city traffic, in hot weather or while pulling a trailer, the
transmission fluid may need to cool down to obtain an accurate reading.
The transmission fluid level reading on the transmission fluid level indicator will differ depending on operating and ambient temperatures. The correct
reading should be within the normal operating temperature range.
Transmission Fluid Level Check
NOTE: The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 85°C-93°C (185°F-200°F) on a level surface. Normal operating
temperature can be reached after approximately 32 km (20 mi) of driving and can be checked using the scan tool.
Under normal circumstances the transmission fluid level should be checked during normal maintenance. If the transaxle starts to slip, shifts slowly or
shows signs of transmission fluid leaking, the transmission fluid level should be checked.
