Daewoo Kalos, User Manual

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6–16 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE
CHECKING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
FLUID LEVEL
If the fluid is contaminated or discol-
ored, change the automatic transaxle
fluid.
Decrease in the fluid level indicates
leak in the automatic transaxle. If
noted, contact your authorized repairer
for repair as soon as possible.
1. Start the engine.
2. Warm up until the temperature of the
automatic transaxle fluid reaches
approximately 70°C ~ 80°C (158°F ~
176°F).
3. Move the selector lever from “P” to
“1” and return to “P”. Wait for sec-
onds at each select position until the
selected gears are fully engaged.
4. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it
clean.
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CAUTION
• Take care not to let dirt or foreign
materials contaminate the
transaxle fluid.
Contaminated fluid can cause a se-
vere malfunction of the automatic
transaxle, leading to costly repairs.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
FLUID*
To ensure proper functioning, efficiency,
and durability of the automatic
transaxle, be sure to keep the transaxle
fluid at the proper level. Too much or
too little fluid can cause problems.
The fluid level must be checked with the
engine running and the selector lever in
P(Park). The vehicle must be up to nor-
mal operating temperature and parked
on level ground.
The normal operating temperature for
the fluid (70°C ~ 80°C (158°F ~ 176°F))
will be reached after driving about
20 km (12.4 miles).
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