At what temperature should I check my transmission fluid?
According to Toyota, the ideal time to inspect the transmission fluid level is when the temperature of the fluid is between 104 and 113 F. You are generally checking the fluid level in your shop that is around 190 F.
What happens when transmission fluid overheats?
A transmission that frequently overheats can cause fluid to leak from the transmission, so if you are constantly replacing the fluid, it’s a good indication of a leak. A slipping transmission is also an indication of low, dirty, or burnt transmission fluid. You also need to be aware of the check engine light.
How do you add fluid to a transmission plug?
Add fluid if necessary by using a hand pump with a 3/8-inch extension tube. Insert the tube into the fill-plug and pump the hand pump into the fill-plug until transmission fluid trickles down the side of the plug hole. Replace the fill-plug, but only tighten it hand tight.
Where is the fill plug in a passport?
Place a wheel chock on each side of one rear tire. Lift and level the vehicle lift, if applicable. Locate the transmission pan under the Passport and align the drip pan beneath the fill-plug. Remove the fill plug with a box-end wrench. Insert and activate the temperature sensor gauge into the transmission fluid fill-plug port.
How long does it take to flush a passport transmission?
The maintenance-free transmissions on the Passport and Rodeo boast a 100,000 to 120,000 mile interval to flush the transmission fluid. If transmission fluid had to be added to the Passport, check for leaks along the edges of the pan, the fill and drain plugs or anywhere along the transmission and seals.
How do you level a Honda Passport lift?
Drive the Passport long enough to allow the engine to reach operating temperature. Drive the SUV up onto a four-post drive-on lift so it is level. Place the Passport in neutral and apply the parking brake. Leave the engine running. Place a wheel chock on each side of one rear tire. Lift and level the vehicle lift, if applicable.