Drain Plug Installation

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Drain Plug Installation
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Fig 1: Identifying Gasket & Drain Plug
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  1. Install a new gasket (820) on the drain plug (819).
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the drain plug (819) into the case assembly (17).

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the drain plug to 39 N.m (29 lb ft)  .

    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Fluid Level Indicator
    G04846395Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Install a new o-ring (824) on the transmission fluid level indicator and lubricate with transmission fluid.
  4. Install the transmission fluid level indicator.
  5. Install the transmission fluid level indicator bolt.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the indicator bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in)  .

    Reference: HOLDING FIXTURE REMOVAL .

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