Transmission Fluid Level Service Procedure; Fluid Level Diagnosis Procedure; Fluid Level Set After Service - SSANGYONG 2004 Rexton 2.7XDi Workshop Manual

TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
SERVICE PROCEDURE
This procedure is to be used when checking a concern
with the fluid level in a vehicle. A low fluid level will result in
slipping and loss of drive/ reverse or delay on engagement
of drive/ reverse when the vehicle is cold.
The vehicle is first checked for transmission diagnostic
messages on the scan tool. If the oil level is low, it is
possible to register a vehicle speed signal fault.
The vehicle is to be test driven to determine if there is an
abnormal delay when selecting drive or reverse, or loss of
drive. One symptom of low fluid level is a momentary loss
of drive when driving the vehicle around a corner. Also when
the transmission fluid level is low, a loss of drive may oc-
cur when the transmission fluid temperature is low.
If there is no loss of drive when the vehicle is driven warm
and a vehicle speed signal fault is registered, then fluid
should be added to the transmission.
When adding or changing transmission fluid use only
Castrol TQ 95 automatic transmission fluid. The use of
incorrect fluid will cause the performance and durability of
the transmission to be severely degraded.

Fluid Level Diagnosis procedure

1. If the vehicle is at operating temperature allow the
vehicle to cool down for two hours, but no greater than
four hours. Or if the vehicle is at cool status, start the
engine and allow the engine to idle for approximately 5
minutes or, if possible, drive the vehicle for a few
kilometers. This will allow the transmission to be within
the correct temperature range. Transmission fluid level
should be checked at temperature 50 - 60°C (82 -
140°F).
Caution
Removal of the fluid filler plug when the
transmission fluid is hot may cause injury if fluid
drains from the filler hole.
2. With the brake pedal pressed, move the gear shift
control lever through the gear ranges, pausing a few
seconds in each range. Return the gear shift control
lever to P (Park). Turn the engine OFF.
3. Park the vehicle on a hoist, inspection pit or similar
raised level surface. The vehicle must be control level
to obtain a correct fluid level measurement.
BTRA 4 AUTO TRANSMISSION
REXTON SM - 2004.4
4. Place a fluid container below the fluid filler plug.
5. Clean all dirt from around the fluid filler plug. Remove
the fluid filler plug. Clean the filler plug and check
that there is no damage to the 'O' ring.
• If fluid drains through the filler hole the transmis-
sion may have been overfilled. When the fluid stops
draining the fluid level is correct. Install the fluid
filler plug and tighten it to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
• If fluid does not drain through the filler hole, the
transmission fluid level may be low. Install the
filler pump into the filler hole. Lower the vehicle
with the filler pump still connected and partially
fill the fluid through the filler hole.
Start the vehicle in P (Park) with the parking brake
and the brake applied. With the engine idling,
move the gear shift. control lever through the gear
ranges, pausing a few seconds in each range
and adding the fluid until gear application is felt.
Return the gear shift lever to P (Park).
Turn the engine OFF and raise the vehicle. When
the three minutes passed after the engine
stopped, remove the filler pump.
Check if the fluid level is aligned with the bottom
of the filler hole. If not, add a small quantity of
fluid to the correct level. Install the fluid filler plug
and tighten it to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
• If fluid does not drain through the filler hole al-
though adding a total of 1.5 liters, the transmission
should be inspected for fluid leaks and any leaks
should be fixed before setting the transmission
fluid level.
6. When the fluid level checking procedure is com-
pleted, wipe any fluid around the filler plug with a rag
or shop towel.

Fluid Level Set After Service

1. Depending on the service procedure performed, add
the following amounts of fluid through the filler plug
hole prior to adjusting the fluid level:
Converter empty 8.0 liters
Converter full 3.8 liters
2. Follow steps 1 through 4 of the Fluid Level Diagnosis
Procedure.
3. Clean all dirt from around the fluid filler plug. Remove
the fluid filler plug. Clean the filler plug and check
that there is no damage to the 'O' ring.
3A2-39
(8.5 quarts)
(4.0 quarts)
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