Removal Procedure
- Remove the oil indicator from the filler tube.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
- Remove the retaining nut from the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the lower retaining bolt at the base of the filler tube.
- Remove the fluid filler tube.
- Remove the fluid filler tube seal.
Installation Procedure
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.
- Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
- Position the fluid filler tube into the transaxle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt through the fluid filler tube bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 13 N·m (115 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
- At the top of the filler tube Install the retaining nut to the filler tube the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
- Inspect for proper fluid level.
- Inspect for fluid leaks.