Check Plug Method
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- Remove the oil level check plug.
- Install the DT 47784: fluid fill pan adapter (1) and, if necessary, one adapter from the J 45096-30: cooler flush adapters (2).
- Determine the approximate amount of fluid needed to fill the transmission, based on the repair performed. Refer to Fluid Capacity Specifications . To avoid an under-fill condition, slightly overfill the transmission, and then allow the extra fluid to drain out through the oil level check plug during the tranmission fluid level and condition check procedure.
- Using the DT 47784: fluid fill pan adapter (1), J 45096-30: cooler flush adapters (2), and the J 45096: flush and flow test tool (3), add transmission fluid through the check plug hole. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Flushing and Flow Test for complete J 45096 operating instructions. Use the FLOW position on the main function switch to pump the fluid.
- Start the engine and move the shift lever through each gear range. Pause for at least 3 seconds in each gear range.
- With the engine still running, remove the DT 47784: fluid fill pan adapter (1), (2), and J 45096: flush and flow test tool (3) and then check the fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Level and Condition Check .Special Tools
NOTE:
When the oil level check plug is removed with the engine OFF, transmission fluid may drain from the hole.
NOTE:
The J 45096:
flush and flow test tool is being utilized as a convenient method to pump the fluid into the bottom pan. A suitable hand pump may also be used instead. When using the J 45096:
flush and flow test tool, monitor the display panel to determine the amount of fluid being pumped from the tool supply tank into the transmission.
NOTE:
Failure to start the engine and move the shift lever through the gear ranges before removing the DT 47784:
fluid fill pan adapter and J 45096-30:
cooler flush adapters from the bottom pan will result in an excess amount of fluid draining from the check plug hole. This may lead to an under-fill condition.
CAUTION:
Check the transmission fluid level immediately after adding fluid and before vehicle operation. Do not overfill the transmission. An overfilled transmission may result in foaming or fluid to be expelled out the vent tube when the vehicle is operated. Overfilling will result in possible damage to the transmission.