Re: [DML] Transmission Fluid and Changing Procedure

[Johnny Sawyer <johnny.sawyer@xxxxxxxxx>]

Paul, I'm assumming you have an automatic transmission...

Definately use what the manual recommends.  It still applies - as long
as you don't have an engine/transmission swap.

The drain plugs are indeed like the oil plugs and I think Mr. Hervey
sells the "user friendly" replacement kind.

You will refill the transmission fluid through the transmission
dipstick tube and should use a funnel with a strainer.

There's also your transmission filter, gaskets and final drive to
consider.  The workshop manual covers that.

If you have access to a lift, it's way easier to accomplish and a lot
less messier.

Johnny
5518

On 8/24/05, sweetp01569 <paul.sweet@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> I want to change my fluid this or next weekend, and want to make sure
> I buy the right fluid.  Is what's recommended in the manual still what
> should be used, or is there a new type of fluid (akin to sythetic
> motor oil) that is recommended now?  Also, I hear that the drain and
> filler plugs are square headed?  Are they like the oil drain plug?  If
> so, I had a rough time removing it with a make-shift tool (then
> replaced it with a hex head plug.  Are there similar replacement
> transmission oil plugs?
> 
> As far as refilling, how is this done?  Would I need any special
> dispensing tubes or devices?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Paul
> Vin 10944




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