2007 Suzuki Reno Owner's Manual - Page 155

SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. 1) Turn the engine off. 2) Allow the transmission to cool. It must be cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. 3) Remove filler plug. 4) Make sure the fluid reaches the bottom edge of the filler plug hole. CAUTION Use of automatic transmission fluid labeled other than ESSO LT 71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 may damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by your warranty. Always use ESSO LT 71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 labeled automatic transmission fluid. 4) Remove filler plug. 5) Make sure the fluid reaches the bottom edge of the filler plug hole. 6) If the level is low, add fluid until it begins to run out the filler hole. 7) After filling to the correct level, reinstall the plug securely. Recommend Automatic Transmission Fluid and Maintenance Schedule Change both the fluid and filter every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: • In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. • In hilly or mountainous terrain. • For business uses such as taxi, police or delivery service. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in section 6 for the proper fluid to use. Manual Transmission Fluid Checking Transmission Fluid Level WARNING This work requires special skill and equipment. Before attempting to do the work, be sure you are fully acquainted with doing this job. Have your SUZUKI dealer do this work if you are not confident you can complete the task safely. Otherwise, you could be injured or could damage the vehicle. 5) If the level is low, add fluid until it begins to run out the filler hole. 6) After filling to the correct level, reinstall the plug securely. 7) Visually check the transmission case for leaks or damage. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in section 6 for the proper fluid to use. 5-11