Mr. Nibiru

So I drained the transmission and then started the fill. I used Amsoil Synthetic Manual Transmission and Transaxle Gear Lube (75W-90) API GL-4. I used all 3 quarts I bought yet it did not overflow from the "fill" like I am used to on previous cars. I reached my pinky finger in and could touched fluid, but it has me kind of worried. I will say that it shifts smoother now but think I might order another quart just to be sure.

I was wondering if anyone else had this experience?

dtran2714

iTrader: (6)

I think it's 3 quarts + 4oz. I remember buying 4 quarts and throwing away the rest of the last bottle..

Black Betty

iTrader: (60)

There's a sticky in the DIY forum on this procedure. It tells you to use 3 quarts + 4 oz.

JSolo

iTrader: (14)

Probably helps to have the car perfectly level too.? When I do mine, I'll probably just have drive on ramps on all 4 corners. I have 2 different pairs of jack stands, so it's hard to get the same height.

SwissCheeseHead

iTrader: (6)

A level car is mandatory when doing tranny fluid changes. Some cars also require the the tranny is running and warmed up while filling as well, but I don't believe so with the G.

The nice thing about hack stands is that if you don't have a perfectly level garage or driveway, you can adjust them to make them level, or close to it.

Mr. Nibiru

I have access to a lift so the level thing is no issue. Guess I will just buy another quart and top it off. I have had no issues but I don't want it to become a problem down the line.

One more question. I noticed metallic pieces in the oil on draining. Very small/fine. Did anyone notice this on changing theirs. Car has 74,000 miles on it and I don't know if it has ever been changed prior to me.

canucklehead

iTrader: (9)

yes, that's normal. the magnet on the end of the drain plug picks up all the filings. just be sure to clean it before putting it back on...