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1.Drive the vehicle until the A/T fluid temperature reaches the normal temperature (70 - 80°C)
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Measure A/T fluid temperature using M.U.T.III.
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Check the fluid level referring to the characteristics chart shown at left if it takes
some time to reach the normal operation temperature of A/T fluid (70 - 80°C).
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2.Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3.Move the selector lever to all positions to fully charge the torque converter and
the fluid lines with A/T fluid, and then move the selector lever to the P position.
4.After wiping away any dirt from around the oil level gauge, pull out the oil level
gauge and check the level of A/T fluid.
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If the A/T fluid has a burnt smell, or if it has become very contaminated or dirty, it
means that the A/T fluid has become contaminated by minute particles form bushings (metal) or
worn parts. In such a case, the transmission needs to be overhauled and the A/T fluid cooler
line needs to be flushed out.
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5.Check that the A/T fluid level is between the HOT marks on the oil level gauge. If the
A/T fluid level is too low, add more A/T fluid until the level reaches between the HOT marks.
Automatic transmission fluid: MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE ATF SP III
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If the A/T fluid level is too low, the oil pump draws air into the system along with the
A/T fluid, and air bubbles will thus from in the fluid circuit. This will cause a drop in fluid pressure
and cause the shift points to change and the clutches and brakes to slip.
If the A/T
fluid level is too high, the gear will churn the A/T fluid and cause bubbles to develop, which
can then cause the same problems as when the A/T fluid is too low.
In either case,
the air bubbles can cause overheating and oxidation of the A/T fluid, and also prevent the valves, clutches
and brakes from operating normally. In addition, if bubbles develop in the A/T fluid, the A/T
fluid can overflow from the transmission vent holes and be mistaken for leaks.
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6.Securely re-insert the oil level gauge.
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