rollerbearing
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Some good NAG1/722.6 stuff in this one- talks a bit about rear sprag and flare.
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Uh, where are you putting this screwdriver? I just tried this technique and the TC would not turn. Note, engine and trans were cold at the time. I’m experimenting a dry run before I do it for real.Transmission in "N" insert a screwdriver (rectangular inspection opening) and turn TC until you see the drainplug,TC will turn very easy.
The screwdriver slot is in the cab, right below the letter "D." He's putting the transmission in Neutral by inserting a screwdriver into the slot.Uh, where are you putting this screwdriver? I just tried this technique and the TC would not turn. Note, engine and trans were cold at the time. I’m experimenting a dry run before I do it for real.
That makes sense Vic. I’ll give it a try. I baby this beast too much.The dipstick level being correct with a "hot" engine determines the proper sump level. Any comments about quarts or liters involved in a fluid change are general guidelines at best.
Not that anyone asked...
If you are an eggshell on the throttle pedal type of driver I recommend some spirited driving on occasion. Power up freeway on ramps to get some good hard(er) shifts. I drive gently. The times that my 2004 has displayed slightly different shifting or light flare I have done some harder driving for a time. It has always made the transmission return to my "normal".
The above said, obviously if there is something mechanically or electronically wrong with your transmission hard driving won't help. It is cheap and easy to try though.
vic
I read that to mean something different.The screwdriver slot is in the cab, right below the letter "D." He's putting the transmission in Neutral by inserting a screwdriver into the slot.
I read this to mean After putting the transmission in "N" (however you choose to make that happen), then open the TC inspection plugs and insert the screwdriver in some magic slot of the TC to turn it, as an alternative to rotating the crankshaft."Transmission in "N" insert a screwdriver (rectangular inspection opening) and turn TC until you see the drainplug,TC will turn very easy."
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With my transmission in N, I'm not able to turn my TC. Should it be easy to turn? Note that I was doing a dry run with the engine/transmission cold (60 or 70 degrees F).
I still didn't word my question very well. I thought he was saying you can skip rotating the engine to rotate the TC. As if you could just hand-turn the TC itself by pushing a screwdriver against the TC at some angle.
Both my 2004 and 2006 turn easily using a socket on the crankshaft. I never take the gearshift out of park when I rotate the engine to access the TC drain plug.
vic
Unless you get stupid you really can't hurt the TC by levering it around. My suggestion would be to wrap the tip of lever aka screwdriver with a decent layer of duct tape. That will help to grip the outer surface of the TC and also reduce the chances of damage... however slight the potential for damage might be.I still didn't word my question very well. I thought he was saying you can skip rotating the engine to rotate the TC. As if you could just hand-turn the TC itself by pushing a screwdriver against the TC at some angle.
I'm just trying to avoid finding a socket/extension that will fit the crankshaft since I full-time in my RV and don't want to accumulate more spare parts.
Some videos say 5 QTs, others say 8 QTs. Could you help me with sourcing the right amount of an approved fluid?
YESSS! thank you very much!
With torque converter drain, it's 8 quarts.
I found a sale for 6 quarts On Amazon for $10/qt, ordered three more quarts and used a full 8 quarts as I recall. That is.... I have an unopened bottle and don’t recall any spills. After a complete drain including the TC, new filter, and refill I was spot on. BUT don’t rely on that. I’d fill with at least a quart less than full spec capacity, measure, then fill as needed. Be sure to follow all the steps carefully. I also recommend that you measure the amount of fluid removed and don’t refill with more than that to start with unless it’s grossly under filled.Thanks Bill! I will go ahead and order one. I am confused as to the volume of ATF 134 needed with Torq Converter drained. Some videos say 5 QTs, others say 8 QTs. And for some reason I can't find the Shell ATF 134 in Canada? Could you help me with sourcing the right amount of an approved fluid? Much obliged, Harold
Excellent - THANK YOUI found a sale for 6 quarts On Amazon for $10/qt, ordered three more quarts and used a full 8 quarts as I recall. That is.... I have an unopened bottle and don’t recall any spills. After a complete drain including the TC, new filter, and refill I was spot on. BUT don’t rely on that. I’d fill with at least a quart less than full spec capacity, measure, then fill as needed. Be sure to follow all the steps carefully. I also recommend that you measure the amount of fluid removed and don’t refill with more than that to start with unless it’s grossly under filled.
Good advice.I found a sale for 6 quarts On Amazon for $10/qt, ordered three more quarts and used a full 8 quarts as I recall. That is.... I have an unopened bottle and don’t recall any spills. After a complete drain including the TC, new filter, and refill I was spot on. BUT don’t rely on that. I’d fill with at least a quart less than full spec capacity, measure, then fill as needed. Be sure to follow all the steps carefully. I also recommend that you measure the amount of fluid removed and don’t refill with more than that to start with unless it’s grossly under filled.