Mazda 1990 323 Workshop Manual Supplement page 310

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF)
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF)
ATF
Inspection
Level
Caution
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Place the vehicle on a flat, level surface.
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HOT RANGE
COOL RANGE
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1. Apply the parking brake and position wheel chocks securely
to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
2. Warm-up the engine until the ATF reaches 60-70°C
(140-158°F).
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3. While the engine is idling, shift the selector lever from P to
L and back to P.
4. Let the engine idle.
5. Shift the selector lever to P.
Note
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Only use the COOL 20°C (68OF) range as a rough
reference.
6. Ensure that the ATF level is in the HOT 65OC (149OF) range.
Add ATF to specification, if necessary.
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ATF type: M-III or DEXRON-II
Condition
Note
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Determine whether or not the automatic transmis-
sion should be disassembled by observing the con-
dition of the ATF carefully.
If the ATF is muddy and varnished, it indicates
burned drive plates.
1. Check the ATF for discoloration.
2. Check the ATF for any unusual smell.
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