Re: ATF, ATF filter, and ATF pan gasket Change Procedure

Built_Well wrote:
> John G dole  wrote:
>> Why do the ATF hoses come into play when you drain/refill? How about
>> using the drain plug?
> ========
> 
> The ATF hoses don't come into play if you're just doing
> a regular drain-and-fill, but they do come into play if you want
> to drain /all/ of the ATF out, including the almost 60
> percent that's in the torque converter.
> 
> A regular drain-and-fill that gets out 40 percent of
> the ATF should suffice, though :-)
> 
> Thanks for mentioning the solenoid.  I will consider
> getting the free replacement, but I really haven't had
> any down-****fting problem with the car.
> 
> Do you have a copy or link to the TSB?

Even removing the cooler lines won't get the fluid out of the converter.

The only way to drain a converter while it's installed is to remove it's 
drain plug (IF it has one most don't) or to drill a hole in the 
converter and drain it, then use a SHORT rivet or screw to seal the 
hole. That isn't a good idea in most cases since it is VERY easy to 
damage the internals unless you know EXACTLY where you can drill.

Also a TSB is NOT a recall. It is only a notice to mechanics to look at 
that part as a possible source of the stated problem. Basically the 
manufacturer is telling them "hey we think this part may be the cause of 
this failure, so replace it if you see this problem"

It is NOT a free repair either. It is ONLY done if your vehicle is 
exhibiting the stated problem AND needs the repair. You will still get 
billed for it.


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Steve W.
Near Cooperstown, New York

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