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How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-14.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than
one pint (0.5 L). Don’t overfill.
Notice: Use of automatic transaxle fluid other than
that listed in the Maintenance Schedule may
damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be
covered by your warranty. Always use the correct
automatic transaxle fluid in your vehicle. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14
for the correct automatic transaxle fluid.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under “How to Check” earlier in
this section.
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way.
Manual Transaxle Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A
transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss.
If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your retailer’s service
department and have it repaired as soon as possible.
You may also have your fluid level checked by your
retailer or service center when you have your oil
changed. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 6-14 for the proper fluid to use.
Notice: Use of manual transaxle fluid other than
that listed in the Maintenance Schedule may damage
your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered
by your warranty. Always use the correct manual
transaxle fluid in your vehicle. See Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-14 for the correct
manual transaxle fluid.
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