Automatic Transmission Fluid: Inspection
NOTE:
The level of ATF varies with fluid temperature. Pay attention to the fluid temperature when checking ATF level.
- Raise the ATF temperature by driving a distance of 5 to 10 km (3 to 6 miles). Otherwise, idle the engine to raise ATF temperature to 70 - 80°C (158 - 176°F) on SUBARU Select Monitor. Refer to OPERATION , Subaru Select Monitor.
- Make sure the vehicle is level.
- After selecting all positions (P, R, N, D, 3, 2, 1), set the select lever in "P" range. Measure the ATF level with the engine idling for one or two minutes.
- Make sure that ATF level is above the center of upper and lower marks at HOT side.
- If the ATF level is below the center between upper and lower marks, add the recommended ATF until the ATF level is found above the center between upper and lower marks.
If the ATF level is below the lower mark, check for leaks of the transmission. If there are leaks, it is necessary to repair or replace gasket, oil seals, plugs or other parts.
CAUTION: Use care not to exceed the upper limit level. Remember that the addition of ATF to the upper limit mark will result in overfilling of ATF, causing a transmission failure. - Check ATF level after raising ATF temperature to 70 - 80°C (158 - 176°F) by running the vehicle by idling the engine again.