RX8--Transmission (Manual & Auto)

• If there is any malfunction, replace the TFT sensor. (See TRANSMISSION FLUID
  TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

ATF temperature (°C {°F}) Resistance (kilohm)

−20 {−4} 15.8717.54

0 {32} 5.7276.329

20 {68} 2.3752.625

40 {104} 1.1021.218

60 {140} 0.5610.620

80 {176} 0.3080.341

100 {212} 0.1810.200

120 {248} 0.1120.123

130 {266} 0.0890.099

4. Install the TFT sensor.

(See TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING:

• A hot transmission and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool
  before replacing ATF.

1. Remove the engine cover.

(See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

2. Remove the battery cover.


3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.


4. Drain the ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT .)


5. Remove the oil pan and gasket.


6. Remove the solenoid valve wiring harness component (with TFT sensor).

(w) RX-8 Transmission (Manual & Auto)