Transmission Cooler: Testing and Inspection

OIL COOLER FLOW CHECK





After the new or repaired transaxle has been installed, fill to the proper level with DIAMOND ATF SP-II, DIAMOND ATF SP-II M or equivalent A/T fluid. The flow should be checked using the following procedure:

CAUTION: With the fluid set at the proper level, A/T fluid collection should not exceed 1 quart or internal damage to the transaxle may occur.

1. Disconnect the OUTLET (From) cooler line at the transaxle and place a collecting container under the disconnected line.
2. Run the engine at curb idle speed, with the shift selector in neutral.
3. If A/T fluid flow is intermittent or it takes more than 20 seconds to collect one quart of A/T fluid, replace the cooler.
4. If flow is found to be within acceptable limits, reconnect the cooler line. Then fill the transaxle to the proper level, using the approved type of A/T fluid.