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Draining Procedure

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  1. Remove the left front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel) .
    2. Fig 1: Locating Fluid Level Check Plugs
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  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Clean away all dirt and debris from the transmission fluid drain plug area.
  4. Remove the drain plug.
  5. Allow the system to drain.
    6. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  6. Install the transmission fluid drain plug, using pipe sealant Saturn P/N 21485278 or equivalent on the plug threads.

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission fluid drain plug to 38 N.m (28 lb ft).

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