Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Check the fluid color. Is the fluid color red? | -- | ||
2 | Check the fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check Is the fluid level satisfactory? | -- | ||
3 | Check the fluid. Is the fluid foamy? | -- | ||
4 | Check the fluid level. The proper fluid level should be in the middle of the X-hatch. Is the level high? | -- | ||
5 | Fluid will be low. Add fluid to the proper fluid level. Is the fluid level satisfactory? | -- | -- | |
6 | Check for external leaks. Refer to Fluid Leak Diagnosis and Repair Did you find any leaks? | -- | ||
7 | Correct the leak condition. Did you correct the leak condition? | -- | -- | |
8 | Is the fluid level too high? | -- | ||
9 | Remove excess fluid to the proper fluid level. Is the fluid level satisfactory? | -- | -- | |
10 |
Did you drain the fluid? | -- | -- | |
11 | Is the fluid color non-transparent pink? | -- | ||
12 | Replace the cooler. Is the replacement complete? | -- | -- | |
13 | The fluid color should be light brown. Notice: Transmission fluid may turn dark with normal use. This does not always indicate oxidation or contamination. Is the fluid color light brown? | -- | -- | |
14 | Drain the fluid to determine if the fluid is contaminated. Notice: A very small amount of material in the bottom pan is a normal condition, but large pieces of metal or other material in the bottom pan require a transmission overhaul. Was the fluid contaminated? | -- | ||
15 | Overhaul the transmission. Refer to the Unit Repair Section. Is the overhaul complete? | -- | -- | |
16 | Flush the cooler. Has the cooler been flushed? | -- | -- | |
17 | Add new fluid. Is the procedure complete? | -- | -- | |
18 | Change the fluid and the filter. Is this procedure complete? | -- | -- | |
19 | Is the fluid level satisfactory? Refer to Transmission Fluid Check If not, correct as necessary. | -- | -- | |
20 | Perform the Functional Test. Is the Functional Test completed? | -- | System OK | -- |
