May I also HIGHLY recommend getting the correct tool for the job - It's a snap-on part and available from PJ Grady if you aren't friends with the local snap-on guy. Makes taking those plugs out a LOT easier than using a crummy 10mm open-end wrench or a Gator-Grip socket!!! Andy Fargo, ND 1982 DeLorean DMC12 VIN 11596 -------- In a message dated 2/6/2006 3:50:50 P.M. Central Standard Time, swingle@xxxxxxxxxxx writes: On the side of the trans is a square-head filler plug. Remove it and stick your finger in. If your finger gets oily, it's full. If not, add some. If it looks black, change it. If it smells bad, its the right stuff. To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/