Automatic Transmission Dipstick - Dipstick Tube: Service and Repair

Transmission Filler Tube





Removal

1. Remove the engine cover. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation Service and Repair.

2. Remove the transmission fluid level indicator.





3. Remove the transmission fluid filler tube nut at the cylinder head.





4. Remove the transmission fluid filler tube nut at the intake manifold.





5. Remove the transmission fluid filler tube.





6. Remove and discard the transmission fluid filler tube O-ring.





Installation

1. Install a new transmission fluid filler tube O-ring.





2. NOTE: Coat the O-ring at the bottom of the transmission fluid filler tube with transmission fluid.

Install the transmission fluid filler tube.





3. Install the transmission fluid filler tube nut on the cylinder head.
- For 5.4L engines, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

- For 6.8L engines, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).





4. Install the transmission fluid filter tube nut on the intake manifold.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

5. Install the transmission fluid level indicator.





6. Install the engine cover. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation Service and Repair.