Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair

Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transaxle oil level indicator.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ4) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ9 w/RPO M15) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ9 w/RPO MT2) (Service and Repair).




4. Remove the fluid filler tube bracket bolt.
5. Remove the fluid filler tube.

Installation Procedure





Note: Do NOT place the fluid filler tube seal on the fluid filler tube when installing the tube or damage to the seal will result.

1. Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
2. Position the fluid filler tube.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 13 Nm (115 lb in).

4. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ4) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ9 w/RPO M15) (Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ9 w/RPO MT2) (Service and Repair).
5. Lower the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Transmission Overfill Caution (Transmission Overfill Caution).

6. Check and fill the transaxle as necessary.
7. Install the transaxle oil level indicator.
8. Inspect for fluid leaks.