MT trans fluid change DIY
02-14-2009, 07:58 AM
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MT trans fluid change DIY
Does anyone know if there is a DIY for changing the fluid in a MT? I've looked but can't find one. If not how big a deal is it or would it be better to have a "professional" do it.
02-14-2009, 08:13 AM
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DIY is not hard. Comes down to if you want to lay on your back.
i had a shop do the tranny and the rear diff. at the same time. Was worth the extra $ since i didn't want to lay on my back.
02-14-2009, 11:22 AM
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Not true for 6-speeds, recommended level is ~7mm below the level of the fill plug.
Your method is correct for the 5-speed version, but for the 6-speed will risk venting tranny fluid all over the underside of the car.
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02-14-2009, 01:58 PM
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sorry, I am assuming of course that you would have some knowledge of service history, and...
...would know if the gearbox had been leaking, etc.
As I alluded to below (and should have put in the original message) checking with a dipstick alone is tricky because of levelling. However I did use a dipstick before and after as a 'sanity check', in addition to measuring what I drained out.
As I alluded to below (and should have put in the original message) checking with a dipstick alone is tricky because of levelling. However I did use a dipstick before and after as a 'sanity check', in addition to measuring what I drained out.