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Galaxy 2000.75 (04.2000-02.2006)

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle - Vehicles With: AG5 - Fluid Level Check Galaxy 2000.75 (04/2000-02/2006)
In-vehicle Repair

Materials
Name
Specification
Automatic Transmission Fluid
N052990VX00 
  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Make sure that the transaxle is not in emergency run operation.
    Connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC).
    • Using the diagnostic tool, check that the transmission fluid temperature is less than 30°C.
    • Connect the diagnostic tool to the DLC connector.
    • Select the indicator group no. 2 on the diagnostic tool.
    • The diagnostic tool display indicates the automatic transmission fluid temperature.
    • Shift the transmission selector lever to the "P" (park) position.
  1. Start the engine.
  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Hold the selector lever in each position for a few seconds.
    When the transmission fluid temperature reaches 30 °C, move the selector lever from "P" (park) position to "1" position and back to "P" (park) position.
  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Ensure that the selector lever is in the "P" (park) position.
    Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section  100-02 Jacking and Lifting.

  1. Remove the engine undershield.
  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:The temperature for the transaxle should be between 35°C and 45°C.
    Check the transmission fluid temperature.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Only carry out the following step for vehicles without transaxle lower cover.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:Check the fluid level with the vehicle on a level surface.
    Remove the test plug.
    • Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
    • Discard the test plug seal.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Only carry out the following step for vehicles with transaxle lower cover.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:Check the fluid level with the vehicle on a level surface.
    Remove the test plug.
    • Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
    • Discard the test plug seal.
  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Transmission fluid should escape from the test outlet.
    Check for escaping transmission fluid.
  1. If no transmission fluid escapes, refill the transmission fluid.
    For additional information, refer to Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill in this section.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Only carry out the following step for vehicles without transaxle lower cover.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:Install a new test plug seal.
    Install the test plug.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Only carry out the following step for vehicles with transaxle lower cover.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:Install a new test plug seal.
    Install the test plug.

  1. Install the engine undershield.
  1. Lower the vehicle.
    • Switch off the engine.
    • Remove the diagnostic tool.

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