Transmission Fluid Drain And Refill: Notes
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
MATERIAL
- A new procedure for draining and adding transmission fluid, using a suitable transmission flush and fill machine, has been added. The following is a list of different methods for draining and refilling the transmission fluid:
- All vehicles using a suitable flush and fill machine.
- Vehicles equipped with a fluid pan and torque converter drain plug.
- Vehicles not equipped with a fluid pan or a torque converter drain plug.
- Vehicles equipped with a torque converter drain plug and without a fluid pan drain plug.
CAUTION:
Always refer to the instructions supplied with the flush and fill machine.
NOTE:
Draining fluid from the transmission by removing only the fluid pan is acceptable for vehicles that do not have a torque converter drain plug, and for normal or severe duty fluid maintenance.
Use the method that is applicable to your vehicle.