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Old 01-30-07, 05:35 AM
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auto trans questions

The problem is that the gasket on my auto transmission pan is leaking, I've bought a new one but I can't for the life of me find a plug to drain the transmission fluid, does anyone know where it's located, I've searched everywhere but the only pictures I found didn't look anything like mine? Secondly when I do replace the gasket should I use any gasket sealant and if so should I use the non-hardening or the silicon based stuff? Thirdly what I did find had a lot of stuff about refilling the trans under the car but my car has a dip stick, this tube is cool to use for refilling right?

BTW the car is a 1981, series 2, 3 speed auto, 12A, carb, NA, Australian delivered
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1. Most auto trannies don't have drain plugs. Loosen all of the bolts on the cover, then tip down one corner to start draining.

2. Don't know.

3. I believe that the dipstick tube should be fine, it's what I've used on all auto vehicles I've owned.
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Do not use any type of sealant on the gasket at all.
And yes the dipstick is where you refill the trans from.
I don't know if a trans fluid additive made by lube guard is available in Austraila or not. But if it is buy a bottle of it and use it, it is an excellent protectant and is one of the few products on the market that is approved by the manufacturers.
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SEE I'm not the only one with an Auto!!!

everything stated so far is correct. I would also consider putting in a new tranny filter at this time. They are only 16 bucks and your already there.
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I'm getting my auto transmission looked at, but i just want to know if the car over-revs when you start it, is there a problem?

It also clicks out of gear and free revs when you pull up at lights.

I wont know anything until it gets checked, any ideas?
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Low on fluid, possible need of band adjustments.
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Originally Posted by jonjonwells
SEE I'm not the only one with an Auto!!!

everything stated so far is correct. I would also consider putting in a new tranny filter at this time. They are only 16 bucks and your already there.
yeah but i bet your the only one that likes it.
you need to come over and swap that **** out.
we'll make a day out of it.
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Originally Posted by Midwest 7's
yeah but i bet your the only one that likes it.
you need to come over and swap that **** out.
we'll make a day out of it.
swap mine out too! auto was fine for a while, but now, i wanna rip through the gearsssssss hahaha
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