TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Fluid - A/T: Service and Repair
ATF Level Check
ATF Level Check
NOTE: Keep all foreign particles out of the transmission.
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
2. Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
NOTE: Check the fluid level within 60 - 90 seconds after turning the engine off.
3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the ATF dipstick guide pipe, and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4. Install the dipstick (A) with the arrow (B) on the cap (C) pointing to the front of the vehicle, and aligning the notch on the cap with the guide tab
(D).
5. Remove the dipstick (A) and check the fluid level. It should be between upper mark (B) and lower mark (C).
6. If the level is below the lower mark, check for fluid leaks at the transmission, hose and line joints. If a problem is found, fix it before filling the
transmission. If the level is above the upper mark, drain the ATF to proper level.
