Transmission Fluid Condition Check
- Check the transmission fluid level.
- Observe the color and the odor. The color under normal circumstances should be a dark red color, not brown or black or have a burnt odor.
- Hold the transmission fluid level indicator over a white facial tissue and allow the transmission fluid to drip onto the facial tissue and examine the stain.
- If evidence of solid material is found, the transmission fluid pan should be removed for further inspection.
- If the stain is a foamy pink color this may indicate coolant in the transaxle. The engine cooling system should also be inspected at this time.
- If transmission fluid contamination or transaxle failure is confirmed by the sediment in the bottom of the transmission fluid pan, install a new transaxle. If installing a new transaxle, the cooler bypass valve if equipped, coolers and cooler tubes should be cleaned.
- Carry out diagnostic checks and adjustments. Refer to Diagnosis By Symptom .