Figure 4-42. Transmission drain plug.

Figure 4-43. Transmission oil filter element.

(3) Install a new element and gasket,

tightening hand-tight only.

(4) Reinstall the drain plug in the bottom of

the transmission. Rotate the torque converter, install

the drain plug and inspection cover.

Fill the

transmission with fresh transmission fluid of the proper

grade. Fill until level is to the FULL mark on the

dipstick.

(5) Run engine in neutral until normal

operating temperature is reached. The fluid will pass

into the torque converter from the transmission.

Figure 4-42. Transmission drain plug.

Recheck the fluid level. Fill as necessary to full mark on

dipstick.

(2) Change the transmission oil filter element

b. Removal and Disassembly. Remove the hoses

to coincide with the transmission fluid change. When

at the filter. Remove the loop clamps from the hose

the fluid has drained, remove the transmission oil filter

assembly (6) and remove the hose assembly. Refer to

element (fig. 4-43) by turning it counterclockwise.

figure 4-44 and disassemble as required.

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