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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Opel 🢒 1999 🢒 Sintra 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Transmission Fluid Filler Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the indicator.
  2. Remove the left windshield wiper linkage.

    3. Object Number: 368795 Size: MH
  3. Remove the fluid filler tube nut.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  5. Remove the fluid filler tube bracket bolt.

    6. Object Number: 368794 Size: SH
  6. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the fluid filler tube seal.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Remove the fluid filler tube.

Installation Procedure
  1. Position the fluid filler tube.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    3. Object Number: 368794 Size: SH
  3. Install the fluid filler tube seal.

    4. Object Number: 368795 Size: MH
  4. Install the fluid filler tube.

    5. 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.

  5. Install the fluid filler tube bolt

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

  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Install the fluid filler tube nut.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the fluid filler tube nut to 13 N·m (115 lb in).

  8. Install the indicator.
  9. Adjust the fluid level as necessary. Refer to the following information.
    10. •  Transmission Fluid Check
    •  Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations in Maintenance and Lubrication
    •  Approximate Fluid Capacities in Maintenance and Lubrication