ATF Filter Replacement
NOTE:
The ATF filter is not a scheduled maintenance item. Replace the filter only if it is leaking, or contaminated, or when the transmission is being overhauled or replaced with a remanufactured unit.
- Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle. Make sure it is securely supported.
- Remove the splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
- Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transmission fluid (ATF).
- Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
- Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF filter (B).
- Remove the ATF filter holder (C), and remove the ATF filter.
- Install a new ATF filter, and secure it with its holder and bolt.
- Slide the ATF cooler hose on the ATF filter until the hose end is 5-7 mm (0.20-0.28 in) (D) away from the filter housing, and secure the hose with the clip (E) at 10-12 mm (0.39-0.47 in) (F) from the filter housing. Install the cooler hose on the other side of the ATF filter in the same manner.
- Install the splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
- Refill the transmission with ATF (see step 4 ).