1. Prepare fresh transmission fluid of the appropriate grade (see Specifications at the beginning of the Chapter).
2. Other tools and materials needed include: jack stands to secure the vehicle in a raised position, a 3/8-inch ratchet (with extension cord) to the socket wrench, a drain container with a capacity of at least 5 liters and a supply of rags and/or old newspapers.
3. The fluid should be drained after being warmed up to normal operating temperature during a short trip. Hot ATF has a higher fluidity and is better at washing out sludge and other deposits.
Caution! ATF operating temperature can reach 180°C – be careful, wear rubber gloves.
4. After making a short trip and warming up the ATF to normal operating temperature, park the car on a level horizontal area with a hard surface, jack it up and place it on supports, ensuring free access to the drain plug of the transmission case.
5. Place a drain pan and all necessary equipment under the transmission housing. Try not to touch the heated components of the power unit and exhaust system located under the bottom of the car.
6. Having properly positioned the receiving container, unscrew the drain plug located on the right side of the transmission housing (see accompanying illustration). Do not forget that at first the ATF will start to flow with relative pressure, which, as the liquid level decreases, will gradually decrease - be ready to adjust the position of the drain container in time. When the liquid flow completely stops, wipe the drain plug, screw it into its regular place and tighten it firmly. 7. Lower the car to the ground.
8. Without starting the engine, remove the dipstick from the transmission housing and fill in the required amount of fresh fluid of the required grade through the freed hole (see Specifications). To minimize ATF loss, use a funnel. Add fluid in small portions, periodically checking its level on the dipstick (see Checking the ATF level AT/CVT (every 4,800 km or once every three months)).
9. Start the engine and slowly move the selector lever through all positions, ending in the "P" position. When finished, firmly set the parking brake.
10. Stop the engine and check the ATF level. Make the appropriate adjustments if necessary (the fluid level should be approximately in the middle of the notched area of the dipstick blade).