Filler Tube & Seal: Removal
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- The transmission case has provisions that enable the fill tube to be installed on either the right or left side of the transmission. If servicing the plug and/or seal opposite the fill tube, go to step 8 .
- Remove the transmission fluid level indicator.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
- Remove the nuts attaching the fill tube to the transmission. See Fig 1 .
- Place a drain pan under the transmission to catch any dripping fluid.
- Loosen the fill tube from the transmission.
- Remove the fill tube and seal from the vehicle.
- Remove the fill tube plug (1). See Fig 2 .
- Remove the fill tube plug seal (2).