1. Prepare fresh transmission fluid of the correct grade (see Specifications at the beginning of the chapter).
2. Other tools and materials needed include: props to secure vehicle in raised position, 3/8" ratchet (with extension) to the socket wrench, a drainage container with a volume of at least 5 liters and a supply of rags and / or old newspapers.
3. Fluid must be drained after being preheated to normal operating temperature during a short trip. Hot ATF has a higher fluidity and better flushes out sludge and other deposits.
Attention! The working temperature of ATF can reach 180°C - be careful, work with rubber gloves.
4. After driving for a short time and warming up the ATF to normal operating temperature, park the vehicle on a level, hard paved area, jack it up and support it on jack stands so that the transmission case drain plug is easily accessible.
5. Place a drain container and all necessary equipment under the transmission housing. Try not to touch the heated components of the power unit and the exhaust system located under the bottom of the car.
6. Having properly placed the receiving container, unscrew the drain plug located on the right side of the transmission housing (see accompanying illustration). Do not forget that at the first moment ATF will begin to flow out with a relative pressure, which, as the liquid level decreases, will gradually decrease - be prepared to correct the position of the drain tank in time. When the flow of fluid stops completely, wipe the drain plug, screw it into its regular place and tighten it firmly. 7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
8. Without starting the engine, remove the dipstick from the transmission crankcase and fill in the required amount of fresh fluid of the required grade through the vacated hole (see Specifications). Use a funnel to minimize ATF loss. Pour liquid in small portions, periodically checking its level on the dipstick (see Checking the level of ATF AT / CVT (every 4,800 km or every three months)).
9. Start the engine and move the selector lever slowly through all positions, ending at "R". When finished, firmly apply the parking brake.
10. Stop the engine and check the ATF level. Make appropriate adjustments if necessary (The fluid level should be approximately in the middle of the serrated area of the dipstick blade.