Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair



Transmission Fluid Filler Tube and Seal Replacement (LL8)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the filler tube indicator.
2. Remove the nut (2) securing the filler tube to the secondary air injection (AIR) reaction stud (1).
3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




4. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield bolts (1) and shield.
5. Position a drain pan under the vehicle.




6. Remove the filler tube (1) and seal (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a new seal (2) into the transmission case.
2. Install the filler tube (1) into the seal.
3. Remove the drain pan.




4. Install the catalytic converter heat shield.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

5. Tighten the heat shield to transmission bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).




6. Install the nut (2) securing the filler tube to the AIR stud (1).

Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).

7. Install the filler tube indicator.
8. Fill the transmission to the proper level with DEXRON(R) VI transmission fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check (Transmission Fluid Check).