Corolla Sedan L4-96.8 1587cc 1.6L DOHC (4A-FE) (1989)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
1. CHECK TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL
NOTE: The vehicle must have been driven so that the engine and transaxle are at normal operating temperature. (fluid temperature: 70 - 80 °C or
158 - 176 °F)
a. Park the vehicle on a level surface, set the parking brake.
b. With the engine idling, shift the selector into each gear from P range to L range smoothly and return to P range.
c. Pull out the transaxle dipstick and wipe it clean.
d. Push it back fully into the tube.
e. Pull it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT range.
If low, add fluid.
Fluid type:
DEXRON(R) II
CAUTION: Do not overfill.
2. CHECK FLUID CONDITION
If the fluid smells burnt or black, replace it.
3. REPLACE TRANSAXLE FLUID
a. (A240L)
Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
(A131L)
Using SST, remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
SST 09043 - 38100
b. (A240L)