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2. Drain the oil into a drain pan by
removing the drain plug. Clean away
any debris that may have accumu-
lated onto the magnetic end of the
plug.
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3. After the oil has been drained, install
the drain plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
4. Add SAE-approved 80W-90 hypoid
gear lube into the fill plug hole. The
lubricant level should be approxi-
mately level with the bottom of the
plug threads.
5. Install the fill plug and tighten to
16 ft-lb.
Transaxle Lubricant
Change
Inspect and change the lubricant accord-
ing to the Maintenance Schedule. When
changing the lubricant, use the appropri-
ate lubricant and use the following proce-
dure.
NOTE: The fill plug is located on
the front right side of the transaxle.
1. Place the vehicle on level ground;
then remove the fill plug.
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2. Drain the oil into a drain pan by
removing the drain plug. Clean away
any debris that may have accumu-
lated onto the magnetic end of the
plug.
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3. After the oil has been drained, install
the drain plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
4. Add Synthetic Transaxle Fluid with
EP into the fill plug hole. The lubri-
cant level should be approximately
level with the bottom of the plug
threads.
5. Install the fill plug and tighten to
16 ft-lb.
CAUTION
Inspect the oil for any signs of metal fil-
ings or water. If found, take the vehicle
to an authorized dealer for servicing.
CAUTION
Inspect the oil for any signs of metal fil-
ings or water. If found, take the vehicle
to an authorized dealer for servicing.
