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Oil Level Inspection Procedure | Appendix TRSM0950
Procedure – Oil Level Inspection
1. Park vehicle in a safe area on level ground.
2. Key off.
3. Set vehicle parking brake and chock wheels.
WARNING: Apply parking brake and follow vehicle
manufacturer parking instructions. Failure to follow
these instructions may cause unintended vehicle
movement resulting in major vehicle component dam
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age, severe injury or death.
4. Locate the transmission Oil Check Plug on the left side
of the rear housing.
5. Place a suitable container under the Oil Check Plug and
remove the Oil Check Plug with a 6 mm hex key.
6. Oil level is correct when a small amount of oil runs out
of the Oil Check Plug hole.
Note: If oil level is low, check for leaks (repair if neces-
sary) and reference the “Oil Fill Procedure” on
page 213.
7. Inspect the Oil Check Plug and O-ring for damage. If
damaged, replace the Oil Check Plug; O-ring is ser
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viced with plug.
8. Install the Oil Check Plug and torque to 24.5–29.5 Nm
(18–22 lb-ft).
NOTICE: Do not over-torque the Oil Check Plug or
transmission damage may occur.