Montero Sport XS 2WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
Transmission Cooler: Testing and Inspection
OIL COOLER FLOW CHECK
After the new or repaired transmission has been installed, fill to the proper level with DIAMOND ATF SP III, ATF SP II M or equivalent A/T fluid.
The flow should be checked using the following procedure:
CAUTION: With the fluid set at the proper level, A/T fluid collection should not exceed one quart or Internal damage to the transmission may occur.
1. Disconnect the OUTLET (From) cooler line at the transmission and place a collecting container under the disconnected line.
2. Run the engine at curb idle speed, with the shift selector in neutral.
3. If A/T fluid flow is intermittent or it takes more than 20 seconds to collect one quart of A/T fluid, replace the cooler.
4. If flow is found to be within acceptable limits, reconnect the cooler line. Then fill the transmission to the proper level, using the approved type of
A/T fluid.
