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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 Regal (China) 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the indicator.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Disconnect the three-way catalytic converter pipe. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.

    4. Object Number: 161126 Size: SH
  4. Remove the fluid filler tube bracket bolt from the fluid filler tube bracket.
  5. Remove the fluid filler tube.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 161126 Size: SH

    Important: 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.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt through the fluid filler tube bracket.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid filler tube bracket bolt to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  4. Connect the three-way catalytic converter pipe. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the indicator.
  7. Adjust the fluid level.
  8. Inspect for proper fluid level.
  9. Inspect for fluid leaks.