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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Geo 🢒 1997 🢒 Metro 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - 3 Speed-M60 🢒 Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the fluid level indicator.

    3. Object Number: 179557 Size: SH
  3. Remove the filler tube bracket bolt (3).
  4. Remove the filler tube (2) from the transaxle case.
  5. Inspect the filler tube O-ring for cuts or other damage. Replace as necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 179557 Size: SH
  1. Install the filler tube (2) into the transaxle case. Ensure that the filler tube is fully seated.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the filler tube bracket bolt (3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the filler tube bracket bolt to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  3. Install the fluid level indicator.
  4. Refill the transaxle, as necessary. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .