Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair

Filler Tube 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 and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
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 cross member.





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. 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 cross member and remove the jack.
6. If the vehicle is equipped with a 2.2L engine, proceed to step 9.
7. Install the rear output shaft.
8. Install the exhaust manifold pipe.
9. Lower the vehicle.





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