VUE AWD L4-2.2L VIN D (2005)
Important:
The method of draining and filling the transmission fluid a total of 2 times, and performing a drive cycle in between, helps to ensure that the
majority of residual factory fill DEX-CVT(R) fluid in the transaxle will be removed.
8.
Remove the lower tube assembly from the transmission and allow the fluid to completely drain. Refer to illustration.
9.
Install the lower tube assembly, ensuring all residual transaxle fluid is cleaned from surrounding area.
Tighten
Tighten the lower tube assembly to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
10.
Temporarily install the original lower tube assembly drain plug. Do not tighten.
11.
Add approximately 3.79 L (4.0 qt, 1 gal) of new fluid, P/N 15250985 - gallon, P/N 15234609 - quart, to the transmission.
12.
Lower vehicle. Refer to "Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle" in the General Information section of the appropriate Service Manual or SI.
13.
Connect Tech 2 scan tool to vehicle.
14.
With the vehicle on a flat and level surface, start the vehicle and circulate the fluid through the transmission using the following procedure:
14.1. With the brake applied, shift the transmission into REVERSE (R) for 10 seconds.
14.2. Shift the transmission into DRIVE (D) for 10 seconds.
14.3. Shift the transmission into PARK (P), allowing the engine to remain running.
15.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to "Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle" in the General Information section of the appropriate Service Manual or
SI.
16.
Remove the lower tube assembly drain plug. If plug is damaged in any way, discard plug.
17.
Perform the following procedure to assure proper fluid level:el:
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If the fluid drains down at a steady stream from the opening, allow the fluid to drain until it stops.
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If no fluid or a very small amount of fluid drains, add fluid to the transmission until a steady stream starts to drain. Stop adding fluid
immediately. Allow the fluid to drain until it stops.
18.
Install lower tube assembly drain plug, P/N 24220892, and clean any excess fluid from the transmission. Use a new plug if original plug is
damaged in any way.
Tighten
Tighten the plug to 11 N·m (97 lb-in).
19.
Lower the vehicle. Refer to "Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle" in the General Information section of the appropriate Service Manual or SI.
