Transmission Fluid Drain And Refill: Draining: Notes

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, for normal fluid maintenance.

NOTE: 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 torque converter drain plug.
Vehicles without a torque converter drain plug.

Use the method that is applicable to your vehicle.