Filler Tube and Seal Replacement

Filler Tube and Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. If the vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L engine, remove the bolt securing the dipstick to the exhaust manifold.





2. Remove the transmission oil level indicator.
3. Raise the vehicle.
4. If the vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L engine, proceed to step 7.
5. If the vehicle is equipped with a 4.3L engine, remove the exhaust manifold pipe
6. Remove the rear propeller shaft.
7. Support the transmission and transfer case, if equipped, with a suitable jack.
8. Remove the transmission support.





9. Lower the transmission to gain access to the bolt securing the filler tube to the transmission torque converter housing.
10. Remove the bolt securing the filler tube to the torque converter housing.
11. Remove the filler tube and seal from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install a new seal into the transmission case.
2. Lubricate the seal with transmission fluid and install the filler tube into the seal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the bolt securing the filler tube to the transmission torque converter housing.
^ Tighten the bolt to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).





4. Raise the transmission.
5. Install the transmission support.
6. Remove the transmission jack.
7. If the vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L engine, proceed to step 9.
8. Install the rear output shaft.
9. Install the exhaust manifold pipe.
10. Lower the vehicle.





11. If the vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L engine, install the bolt securing the dipstick to the exhaust manifold.
12. Install the bolts securing the oil level indicator tube to the engine.
^ Tighten the bolts to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the transmission oil level indicator.
14. Fill the transmission to the proper level with DEXRON III transmission fluid.