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%heck the fluid level
only
when your engine is
.off,
the
vehi-dle i s
parked on a
level
place
and the lrtrarrsI'nissionisCool
e'nough for you torest your fingers :on the transmissision case.
Then, follow
these steps:
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Check that the lubxicant level is up.to the bott,om ~f
the fill&- plug hdle.
H-OW to Add Fluid
Here's how
to
add fluid. Refer-to the Mailiteaance
Schedule
to
determine what kind of fluid
to
use. See
"Recommended Fluid-s and Lubricants" in the Index.
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Add fluid at
the filler plug ho1.e. Add
~ n I y enough
fluid to bring the fluid level up to th-e bottom of the
filler plug- hole.
3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug
is
fully
seated.
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydfaulic clutch system in your vehicle is
self-adjusting. A slight amount of play (1/4 inch .to
1/2 inch or 6 rnm to 12 mm) in the p.edal is normal.
It isn't a gaod 'idea to "top off" your -clutch..fluid,,
Ad,dingfluid won't correct a leak.
A fluid loss in this
system could indicate-a poblem. Have the
:syste.m
inspected and repaired.
5 . I f ' b - f l
uid level is
good,. install the plug a d b e . sur&.
it is .ft111y seated. F t h e fluid level is low,
add
more
fluid
as
described in the next steps.
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