Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Important: Transmission fluid may turn dark with normal use and does not always indicate contamination or oxidation. Inspect the fluid color. Is the fluid color red? | -- | ||
2 | Inspect the fluid color. Is the fluid color pink, and not transparent? | -- | ||
3 | Inspect the fluid color. Is the fluid color light brown? | -- | -- | |
4 | Inspect the fluid. Is the fluid foamy? | -- | ||
5 | Inspect the fluid level. Is the fluid level high? | -- | ||
6 | Inspect the fluid level. Is the fluid level low? | -- | ||
7 | Confirm that the fluid level is OK. Is the fluid inspection complete? | -- | -- | |
8 | Remove excess fluid. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
9 | Add fluid in order to obtain the proper level. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
10 | Inspect for external leaks. Refer to Fluid Leak Diagnosis and Repair . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Repair the leak. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
12 | Inspect for a high fluid level. Is the fluid level high? | -- | ||
13 | Test for contaminants in the fluid. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
14 | Drain the fluid in order to determine the source of contamination. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
15 | Perform a transmission overhaul. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
16 | Add new fluid. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
17 | Inspect the fluid level. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
18 |
Important: A very small amount of material in the bottom pan is a normal condition. Drain the fluid in order to determine if there is contamination. Are there large pieces of metal or of other material in the bottom of the pan? | -- | ||
19 | Change the fluid and the filter. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
20 | Perform the road test. Refer to Road Test . Is the action complete? | -- | System OK | -- |
