2007 Compass Patriot MK Factory Service Manual 21 - TRANSAXLE

STANDARD PROCEDURE

FLUID LEVEL CHECKING

The fluid required for this transaxle is Mopar® ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Use of improper or substitute fluids can cause shift problems and/or transaxle failure.


1. Insure the vehicle is level, Remove the fill plug and add fluid until the fluid just starts to trickle out.

FLUID DRAIN AND FILL

NOTE: The fluid required for this transaxle is Mopar® ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). Use of improper or substitute fluids can cause shift problems and/or transaxle failure.




1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Obtain suitable fluid collection container and place under transaxle.
3. Remove transaxle drain plug (2). Allow fluid to drain into container until empty.
4. Install drain plug (2) and tighten to 39-47 N·m (29-35 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove transaxle fill plug (1).
6. Add the appropriate amount of transaxle fluid to the transaxle.
(Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES - SPECIFICATIONS)