Checking the fluid level

The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature.

Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the level gauge.

Though the fluid level can be checked without warming up the fluid on the “COLD” range, it is recommended to check the fluid level when the fluid is at operating temperature.

See also:

SPORT mode indicator light (AT models)
When the select lever is moved to the manual gate, the SPORT mode is selected and the indicator light illuminates. Refer to “SPORT mode”. ...

Average fuel consumption
1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset. Pressing the trip knob toggles the indication be ...

Current fuel consumption
1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models This indication shows the rate of fuel consumption at the present moment. ...