Date:         Thu, 9 Dec 2004 15:43:29 -0700
Reply-To:     Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Bob Stevens <mtbiker62@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: refilling tranny fluid
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"Ok, is there an easy spot to refill some of the transmission fluid?"

Checking the level and filling are done at the same hole. I think it's 17mm
hex socket. The fill hole is on the right/psgr side of the tranny. Use a
flashlight to peer around up there and you'll find it between the "fins".
You don't want to fill it to running out the hole, maybe 1/4" or so below.
Stick your finger in there. Some volks use a funnel, attached to a plastic
hose which is put in the filler hole. If you jack that side of the van real
high it makes this easier. I personally use a pump and quart oil container
while I'm laying on the ground under there. Just easier for me that way and
gear lube can take quite awhile to drain via gravity and I'm too impatient
and like getting dirty.

Hope that helps

bob

Ok, is there an easy spot to refill some of the transmission fluid?
When I replaced my reverse light switch, some fluid drained out.
Not much, but Id like to top it off. Also, is there a way to check the
level?

thanks!

c