How To Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
For starting off with the automatic transmission fluid change, ensure that the vehicle is on a completely flat surface. This would allow precise oil reading with a dipstick, after the new ATF refill. While replacing the old fluid, you are also required to change the pan gasket and filter. You need to check the manufacturers recommendations regarding what all things you need to consider when changing the ATF. You should be ready with certain tools that are needed for the ATF change. If the gasket doesn’t have a built-in seal, you will also require gasket cement. You would need a small scraper, a socket set with a ratchet, a funnel, a pan to hold the old liquid, a drop sheet, safety eyeglasses, and a mechanic’s dolly. The first step would be to jack the car at an adequate height so that you can easily go beneath it. The transmission pan would be situated beneath the car near the drive axle. For rear wheel drive cars, it would be situated behind the center of the car; while for front whee
