ATF Filter Replacement

NOTE: The ATF filter is not a scheduled maintenance item Replace the filter only if it is leaking, or contaminated, or when the transmission is being overhauled or replaced with a remanufactured unit

Raise the vehicle on a lift, or apply the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle Make sure it is securely supported
Remove the engine undercover

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Undercover With Bolts
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Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transmission fluid (ATF)

Fig 2: Drain Plug And Sealing Washer With Torque Specification
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Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B)
Remove the intake air duct (see step 2 on page 9-3)
Remove the ATF cooler hoses (A) from the ATF filter (B)

Fig 3: ATF Cooler Hoses, ATF Filter, ATF Filter Holder With Bolts With Torque Specification
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Remove the ATF filter holder (C), and remove the ATF filter
Install a new ATF filter, and secure it with its holder and bolt
Install the ATF cooler hoses to the ATF filter, and secure the ATF cooler hoses with the clips (see ATF COOLER HOSE REPLACEMENT )
Install the engine undercover

Fig 4: Engine Undercover With Bolts With Torque Specification
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Install the intake air duct (see step 9 on page 9-6)
Refill the transmission with ATF to the proper level (see ATF REPLACEMENT )