For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the oil level indicator from the oil level indicator tube.
- For the gasoline engine, remove the stud securing the transmission fluid fill tube bracket to the transmission.
- For the diesel engine, remove the transmission fluid fill tube bracket and ground wire to the transmission.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove any dirt from the transmission where the fluid fill tube enters the transmission case.
- Place a drain pan under the transmission.
- Remove the transmission fluid fill tube from the transmission. Pull the tube upward from the transmission.
- Remove the transmission fill tube seal.
Installation Procedure
- Install a new oil level indicator tube seal into the transmission case.
- Install the oil level indicator tube into the seal.
- For the gasoline engine, install the stud securing the oil level indicator tube bracket to the transmission.
- For the diesel engine, install the bolt and nut that secures the oil level indicator tube bracket and ground wire to the transmission.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the oil level indicator.
- Fill the transmission to the proper level with Dexron® III transmission fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
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.
Tighten
Tighten the stud to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt and the nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
