Tools and materials:

* New automatic transmission oil Dexron VI, about 4 liters
* Automatic transmission pan gasket
* Automatic transmission filter
* Measuring container
* Funnel
* 10 mm hex key
* Pliers
* Gloves
* Rags

Instructions:

1. Preparation

* Place the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
* Warm up the engine to operating temperature and turn it off.
* Place a container under the car to drain the old oil.

2. Drain old oil

* Locate the drain plug on the automatic transmission pan and loosen it with a 10 mm hex key.
* Wait until the oil drains into the container. Be careful as the oil may be hot.

3. Replacing the automatic transmission pan

* Remove the bolts securing the automatic transmission pan to the transmission housing.
* Carefully remove the tray. Pay attention to the magnet located on the tray and remove any metal shavings.
* Replace the old pan gasket with a new one.

4. Replacing the automatic transmission filter

* Find and remove the automatic transmission filter located in the pan.
* Install the new filter into its slot.

5. Installing the automatic transmission pan

* Reinstall the pan and tighten the bolts.

6. Filling with new oil

* Find the automatic transmission oil level dipstick and pull it out.
* Using a funnel, pour new oil into the transmission.
* Fill in about 3-4 liters of oil.

7. Checking the oil level

* Put the dipstick back into the hole and pull it out again.
* Check the oil level. It should be between the “HOT” and “COLD” marks on the dipstick.

8. Topping up oil

*If the oil level is below the “HOT” mark, add a little more oil.
* Continue checking the oil level until it reaches the correct level.

9. Resetting the oil aging counter

* Start the engine and let it idle for a few minutes.
* Turn off the engine, wait 30 seconds and start it again.
* Check that the “SERVICE REQUIRED” indicator on the instrument panel is no longer flashing.

10. Additional steps

* Make sure there are no oil leaks.
* Take a test drive to check the operation of the automatic transmission.
* Monitor the oil level and, if necessary, add it in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

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