Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
On-Vehicle Repair
- REMOVE ENGINE No. 2 UNDER COVER
- DRAIN ATF
- REMOVE OIL PAN NOTE: Some fluid will remain in the oil pan.
- Remove the 20 bolts.
- Remove the oil pan gasket.
- EXAMINE PARTICLES IN PAN
Remove the magnets and use them to collect steel particles. Carefully look at the foreign matter and particles in the pan and on the magnets to anticipate the type of wear you will find in the transmission.
Steel (magnetic)...bearing, gear and clutch plate wear Brass (non-magnetic)...bushing wear
- REMOVE OIL STRAINER
Remove the 4 bolts, the oil strainer and the O-ring.
NOTE: Be careful as some fluid will come out with the oil strainer.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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