Sidekick Sport 2D JLX 4WD L4-1.8L (1998)
The fluid level check at room temperature performed after repair or fluid change before test driving is just preparation for level check of normal
operating temperature. The checking procedure itself is the same as that described previously. If the fluid level is between FULL COLD and LOW
COLD, proceed to test drive. And when the fluid temperature has reached the normal operating temperature, check fluid level again and adjust it as
necessary.
FLUID CHANGE INTERVALS
The transmission operating temperature resulting from the type of driving conditions under which the vehicle is used, is the main consideration in
establishing the proper frequency of transmission fluid changes. Change the transmission fluid every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 15 months if the
vehicle is usually driven under one or more of the following conditions which are considered severe transmission service.
1. Towing a trailer.
2. Driving on rough and/or muddy roads.
3. Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather.
CHANGE FLUID
1. Lift up vehicle.
2. With engine cool, remove drain plug from oil pan and drain A/T fluid.
3. Install drain plug.
Tightening Torque
(a):23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 ft. lbs.)
4. Lower vehicle and fill with the proper amount of an equivalent of DEXRON-III.
5. Check fluid level according to procedure described under LEVEL CHECK NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE.
Fluid specification: An equivalent of DEXRON-III
Fluid capacity:
When draining from drain plug hole: 2.5 liters (5.28/4.40 US/Imp.pt.)
When overhauling: 6.9 liters (14.58/12.14 US/Imp.pt.)
