For 1990-2009 cars only
- With the vehicle on a level surface and the fluid in the transaxle cold, remove the filler plug and check the fluid level. The fluid should come to the bottom edge of the plug hole.
- If the level is low, add SAE 80 manual transaxle fluid through the filler plug hole until the fluid begins to run out.
- Reinstall the filler plug and tighten it securely.
- It takes 1.8 liters (1.90 quarts) to fill the transaxle completely.
- Check the fluid level.
Caution: Refer to Checking Hot Transmission Fluid through Drain Plug Hole Caution in the Preface section.
Important: The speed gears and the synchronizer parts on this vehicle receive lubrication through specific passages in the mainshaft.
