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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the oil indicator from the filler tube.
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).

  3. Object Number: 368795  Size: MH
  4. Remove the retaining nut from the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Remove the lower retaining bolt at the base of the filler tube.
  7. Remove the fluid filler tube.

  8. Object Number: 368794  Size: SH
  9. 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.


    Object Number: 368794  Size: SH
  1. Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
  2. Position the fluid filler tube into the transaxle.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 368795  Size: MH
  4. Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt through the fluid filler tube bracket.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. At the top of the filler tube Install the retaining nut to the filler tube the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
  8. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
  9. Inspect for proper fluid level.
  10. Inspect for fluid leaks.