Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair

Transmission Fluid Filler Tube and Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the oil indicator from the filler tube.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Remove the retaining nut from the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
5. Remove the lower retaining bolt at the base of the filler tube.
6. Remove the fluid filler tube.




7. Remove the fluid filler tube seal.

Installation Procedure

Important: Do NOT place the fluid filler tube seal on the fluid filler tube when installing the tube or damage to the seal will result.





1. Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
2. Position the fluid filler tube into the transaxle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

3. Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt through the fluid filler tube bracket.

Tighten the bolt to 13 N.m (115 lb in).

4. Lower the vehicle.
5. At the top of the filler tube Install the retaining nut to the filler tube the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
6. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
7. Inspect for proper fluid level.
8. Inspect for fluid leaks.