Re: [DML] .....Refilling the final drive separately on an automatic

["Dave Swingle" <swingle@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Just in case there is some confusion - the automatic has TWO fluids 
in it. The Automatic Trans Fluid (ATF) is put in via the dipstick and 
drained via the plug in the metal pan underneath. The Final Drive (90-
weight) oil is put in via the filler plug on the side and drained via 
the plug on the bottom in the aluminum casting. The fluids do not mix 
inside the trans, and you cannot check the Final Drive from above. 

Always remove the filler plug first. 

Dave Swingle (getting way too familiar with automatics for my taste!)


In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Johnny Sawyer <johnny.sawyer@xxxx> wrote:
> Hi Mike.  You're right on track with this one.  Unscrew the top 
filler
> plug and then remove the bottom one to drain faster.  Plug the 
bottom
> back up when it's done.  You will need a large grease gun (like a 
big
> syringe) with a flexible hose.  Inject the gear oil into the top
> filler hole until it starts to drain out and quickly plug it up.  It
> helps to have a lift and a friend who's ready to get messy.  Don't
> forget your crush washers.
> 
> Johnny
> 5518
> 
> On 5/31/05, Mike Bosworth <mike.bosworth@xxxx> wrote:
> > Hi All
> > 
> > Can anyone please tell me what this entails ?... all i can see 
for the
> > procedure on refilling the fluid is filling up the transmission 
through
> > the dip tube opening. How is this best done and checked for 
levels?
> > 
> > Many Thanks





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