Automatic transmission fluid
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked and maintained regularly. Insufficient fluid level will result in slippage of transmission parts and reduced vehicle performance. Excessive fluid level will result in foaming, loss of fluid and failure of the transmission.
The automatic transmission fluid level should be checked after the fluid has warmed up to operating temperature. The fluid is considered warmed up after driving in normal mode for a distance of 16 km (or 24 km in cold weather) at a liquid temperature of 70° to 80°C.
Examination
1. Place the vehicle on a level, horizontal surface, apply the handbrake, start the engine and let it idle.
2. Press the brake pedal and move the selector lever from position P through the entire gear range to the extreme position and return to position P again.
3. Remove the dipstick from the tube (the engine continues to idle) and check the fluid level and remember. Wipe the dipstick with a clean rag, reinsert the dipstick into the tube until it stops. Remove the dipstick again and check the fluid level.
4. If the level was checked with cold liquid, it should be between the Cold or Cool marks, if the level was checked with hot liquid, it should be between the Hot marks. If the level is near the lower marks, then add liquid of the recommended brand through a funnel. Add only the required amount of liquid, without exceeding the permissible level. To bring the level from the lower mark to the upper mark, approximately 0.5 liters of liquid is required (if the liquid is hot). Add liquid in very small portions, checking the level periodically.
5. When checking the level, also check the condition of the fluid. If the fluid is black or dark brown or has a burnt smell, it needs to be replaced. If the condition is questionable, buy some new transmission fluid and compare it with the used one by color and smell.
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