For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Position the vehicle on a hoist and raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid. Allow at least 5 minutes for the fluid to drain completely.
- Clean drain plug and lubricate with clean Saturn Transaxle Fluid. Wipe off excess fluid and install.
- Check for any damage to the rubber seal and replace the seal as necessary.
- Install the drain plug and tighten the plug to specification.
- Lower the vehicle and remove the air induction system and the air filter box.
- Remove the filter using a nylon strap-type filter wrench.
- Remove the magnet from the filter.
- Wipe the magnet clean and install the magnet on the new filter.
Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.
Important: To ensure that all sediment within the transaxle is suspended in the fluid, the fluid should only be drained after it has reached a normal operating temperature of 88°-93°C (190°-200°F). Normal operating temperature is reached after approximately 24 km (15 miles) of highway driving.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the transaxle drain plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
Installation Procedure
- Lube the new filter seal with the automatic transaxle fluid and install the filter. Follow the tightening instructions on the filter label.
- Install the air filter box, if removed.
- Install the air induction system.
- Refill the transaxle using Saturn Transaxle Fluid to the specified initial refill capacity.
- Start the engine, warm up the transaxle, and check for leaks.
- Bring the transaxle up to normal operating temperature and check for proper fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
The air box attachment bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
Important: Fill the transaxle slowly or use a vented funnel.
