Changing Transaxle Oil

  1. Park the vehicle safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

  2. Raise and secure cargo box.

  3. Avoid damage! Dirt and debris in the oil can damage the transaxle. Clean area around opening before removing dipstick.

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    Position drain pan under the transaxle drain plug (A).



  4. Remove plug and drain oil.

  5. Check washer on the drain plug. Replace if missing or in poor condition.

  6. Install and tighten drain plug to specification.

    Drain PlugTorque44—54 N·m (32.5—40 lb·ft)

  7. Remove dipstick on top of the transaxle housing. Wipe dipstick clean.

  8. Add recommended fluid.

  9. Check oil level by setting dipstick on threads in transaxle case, then removing and checking oil level.

    Wait for two minutes, then check oil level. Add oil if necessary.

  10. Install dipstick and tighten.

  11. Lower the cargo box.

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