Thursday, January 7, 2010
How do you replace the transmission oil filter on a cadillac catera 1999 ?
Remove the transmission pan.
I wont to get my transmission oil and filter change but I dont know if i should get it flush to because of the?
high miles I have on it my miles is 246,045. The transmission works good it dont slip or anything. Should I get flush or noI wont to get my transmission oil and filter change but I dont know if i should get it flush to because of the?
At that many miles I suspect that flushing the trans will not have a significant effect on it's life expectancy.
If you do decide to have it flushed, insist that they remove the pan and physically clean it and change the filter before performing the flushing operation - they will undoubtedly say that is not necessary - because dropping the pan and changing the filter takes longer and they get paid less for that part of the job, but it is the only way to remove metallic debris from the pan and filter assembly. Just as flushing the transmission is the only way to clean out and change the fluid which is trapped inside the torque converter.
Therefore to thoroughly clean the transmission both procedures must be performed.
And again there is no guarantee that the nearly worn out clutches will not fail the following week from simple wear. I think at this point I would save the money which you would spend on a flush and continue saving in the anticipation of a transmission replacement (or vehicle replacement ) in the future.
I wont to get my transmission oil and filter change but I dont know if i should get it flush to because of the?
New car dealerships and transmission shops in my area do not recommend complete flushing on any high mileage vehicles. Their reasoning is: During a high pressure flush the torque converter gets flushed as well as the valve body. The sump pan and transmission filter does not get changed! If any dirt particles lodge inside the valve body check balls, springs and passages you're screwed!
It's much safer to just have the sump pan dropped, cleaned and have the transmission filter replaced. I'm not making anything up, that's what I've been told.
However, a low mileage vehicle that doesn't toe anything with clean transmission fluid may be a good candidate for a flush. That's my reasoning.
Unless you have serviced the trans on a regular basis, say every 60k I would strongly advise you to have the service performed at a trans shop- it'll save you the tow bill if it doesn't move afterward. The oil and filter change are not going to remove all the fluid-3 to 4 QT.s will stay in the torque convertor. A flush renews all the fluid. At the mileage your talking about your fluid has clutch material in it, changing the viscosity. New fluid may cause internal bypass leaks in a worn trans. No pressure- no go
should leave it a lone.. with that many miles and it working ok then theres a chance it will not help it any to do it and more of a chance of making it slip or go out ive never had to flush or replace fluid and ive been driving 40 plus yrs and many of my cars have had over that and a few with over 400,000 best advice if its not broke dont fix it
You are faced with an interesting situation. It is possible that changing the fluid and flushing the transmission will cause it to start having problems. I have seen it go both ways and have personally experienced the good side. I would hesitate to recommend flushing it!
i never knew they flushed transmissions .if it works fine i suggest don;t do it. when they remove the oil pan you loose all the reserve in the transmission .that should be replaced with new fluid. but that is all the ';flushing'; i would do.
Avoid the flush. It can sometimes help but more often it dislodges dirt and stuff which end up causing damage to the transmission. You should get the fluid and the filter changed just no flush.
At that many miles I suspect that flushing the trans will not have a significant effect on it's life expectancy.
If you do decide to have it flushed, insist that they remove the pan and physically clean it and change the filter before performing the flushing operation - they will undoubtedly say that is not necessary - because dropping the pan and changing the filter takes longer and they get paid less for that part of the job, but it is the only way to remove metallic debris from the pan and filter assembly. Just as flushing the transmission is the only way to clean out and change the fluid which is trapped inside the torque converter.
Therefore to thoroughly clean the transmission both procedures must be performed.
And again there is no guarantee that the nearly worn out clutches will not fail the following week from simple wear. I think at this point I would save the money which you would spend on a flush and continue saving in the anticipation of a transmission replacement (or vehicle replacement ) in the future.
I wont to get my transmission oil and filter change but I dont know if i should get it flush to because of the?
New car dealerships and transmission shops in my area do not recommend complete flushing on any high mileage vehicles. Their reasoning is: During a high pressure flush the torque converter gets flushed as well as the valve body. The sump pan and transmission filter does not get changed! If any dirt particles lodge inside the valve body check balls, springs and passages you're screwed!
It's much safer to just have the sump pan dropped, cleaned and have the transmission filter replaced. I'm not making anything up, that's what I've been told.
However, a low mileage vehicle that doesn't toe anything with clean transmission fluid may be a good candidate for a flush. That's my reasoning.
Unless you have serviced the trans on a regular basis, say every 60k I would strongly advise you to have the service performed at a trans shop- it'll save you the tow bill if it doesn't move afterward. The oil and filter change are not going to remove all the fluid-3 to 4 QT.s will stay in the torque convertor. A flush renews all the fluid. At the mileage your talking about your fluid has clutch material in it, changing the viscosity. New fluid may cause internal bypass leaks in a worn trans. No pressure- no go
should leave it a lone.. with that many miles and it working ok then theres a chance it will not help it any to do it and more of a chance of making it slip or go out ive never had to flush or replace fluid and ive been driving 40 plus yrs and many of my cars have had over that and a few with over 400,000 best advice if its not broke dont fix it
You are faced with an interesting situation. It is possible that changing the fluid and flushing the transmission will cause it to start having problems. I have seen it go both ways and have personally experienced the good side. I would hesitate to recommend flushing it!
i never knew they flushed transmissions .if it works fine i suggest don;t do it. when they remove the oil pan you loose all the reserve in the transmission .that should be replaced with new fluid. but that is all the ';flushing'; i would do.
Avoid the flush. It can sometimes help but more often it dislodges dirt and stuff which end up causing damage to the transmission. You should get the fluid and the filter changed just no flush.
How much transmission oil should be in a Kenmore Washer? Part #41799686200?
We have replaced the motor and checked the transmission oil but do not have the manual to know how much fluid should actually be in it - Do not want to have to take apart again - HELP. Thank you.How much transmission oil should be in a Kenmore Washer? Part #41799686200?
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Go to fixitnow.com and ask the SAMURAI repair man he will know then donate to his beer fund
I have used this site to successfully repair many appliances
Does anyone know what a transmission oil cooler line is and where i can get two.?
its two lines that run from the side of your radiator and no one knows what im talking about. I have a saturn repair book and thats what it calls them. Do i have the name wrong?Does anyone know what a transmission oil cooler line is and where i can get two.?
These lines are usually specialized for the vehicle and in fairly low demand, so most parts houses will not stock them. Your best bet is to go to the dealer. It will cost a little more, but you won't have to drive all over town looking for them. You could also have a line custom made or go to a junk yard.Does anyone know what a transmission oil cooler line is and where i can get two.?
No, you aren't calling it the wrong name, you're just calling part departments that employ idiots! You should be able to get them from napa, auto zone, advance auto, or car quest BUT some of those types of parts of dealer available only. Maybe you should take the book down there and show them pictures or call and speak to the manager or shop foreman, they should be able to help you.
Auto transmissions have 2 trans. cooler lines. One to take the fluid in and one to take it out. They connect to the bottom of the cars radiator. If you get close to the bottom of the radiator... you should be able to see them very easily. They run in parallel back to the transmission. If they are leaking they can be cut and spliced with hoses and clamps. People do it all the time. They are not ((( high ))) pressure. But A suitable hose for such an application would still be required.
Rocky is partially correct. People do cut them and splice them, but he is wrong in saying that they are not pressure lines. They do have a certain amount of pressure in them and require pressure hose to be used when splicing them. Windshield washer hose, vacuum hose, and even some fuel hoses will just split apart as soon as the pressure hits them. It would be best to let a reliable mechanic do the repairs on the lines, because that way if he screws up, there will be a warranty to fix the problem caused by the mess-up.
You got the name right. The dealer dealer ';should'; know it. Anyway, there is nothing special about them and you can get them from a Transmission supplier, like this one.
http://fmsiinc.com/transmission-fuel.htm
Hi Gary, The trans, cooling lines go from the trans, to the bottom or side of the radiator(should be the only metal lines to the radiator) unless you have a oil cooler. you can get them at any auto parts store. good luck;)
These lines are usually specialized for the vehicle and in fairly low demand, so most parts houses will not stock them. Your best bet is to go to the dealer. It will cost a little more, but you won't have to drive all over town looking for them. You could also have a line custom made or go to a junk yard.Does anyone know what a transmission oil cooler line is and where i can get two.?
No, you aren't calling it the wrong name, you're just calling part departments that employ idiots! You should be able to get them from napa, auto zone, advance auto, or car quest BUT some of those types of parts of dealer available only. Maybe you should take the book down there and show them pictures or call and speak to the manager or shop foreman, they should be able to help you.
Auto transmissions have 2 trans. cooler lines. One to take the fluid in and one to take it out. They connect to the bottom of the cars radiator. If you get close to the bottom of the radiator... you should be able to see them very easily. They run in parallel back to the transmission. If they are leaking they can be cut and spliced with hoses and clamps. People do it all the time. They are not ((( high ))) pressure. But A suitable hose for such an application would still be required.
Rocky is partially correct. People do cut them and splice them, but he is wrong in saying that they are not pressure lines. They do have a certain amount of pressure in them and require pressure hose to be used when splicing them. Windshield washer hose, vacuum hose, and even some fuel hoses will just split apart as soon as the pressure hits them. It would be best to let a reliable mechanic do the repairs on the lines, because that way if he screws up, there will be a warranty to fix the problem caused by the mess-up.
You got the name right. The dealer dealer ';should'; know it. Anyway, there is nothing special about them and you can get them from a Transmission supplier, like this one.
http://fmsiinc.com/transmission-fuel.htm
Hi Gary, The trans, cooling lines go from the trans, to the bottom or side of the radiator(should be the only metal lines to the radiator) unless you have a oil cooler. you can get them at any auto parts store. good luck;)
I'M CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL IN MY INBOARD BOAT AND IT SHOWS SIGNS OF RAIN WATER?
Some told me to fill with diesel then drain then fill with oil? necessary?I'M CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL IN MY INBOARD BOAT AND IT SHOWS SIGNS OF RAIN WATER?
The best way is to change out oil cooler first; that is the main way water enters the tranny. Looks like a strawberry milkshake. Then change out fluid till it is clean again, with new trans fluid. This will take three or more changes; more if their is a reduction gear on the back end. If the tranny went under water, you would have a big mess in the bilge, probably a scum line from oil as to how high the water was. Then you need to change out any electrical parts that went under also. Like the starter, solenoids, ect. Good luck! Yes you do need to remove the water from the tranny, or there will not be proper lubrication to the parts inside, and will cause failure! If you find that it did sink, take to a shop, and file a insurance claim!I'M CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL IN MY INBOARD BOAT AND IT SHOWS SIGNS OF RAIN WATER?
If water in the trans only 2 ways to enter trans went under water or trans cooler leaking%26gt; No luck with rain water or you left the fill plug out%26gt; And no diesel as it will not mix with the oil or fluid%26gt; If there was a lot of water than fix the leak drain flush with oil run drain fill with oil run and check for more water intrusion%26gt;myspace text
The best way is to change out oil cooler first; that is the main way water enters the tranny. Looks like a strawberry milkshake. Then change out fluid till it is clean again, with new trans fluid. This will take three or more changes; more if their is a reduction gear on the back end. If the tranny went under water, you would have a big mess in the bilge, probably a scum line from oil as to how high the water was. Then you need to change out any electrical parts that went under also. Like the starter, solenoids, ect. Good luck! Yes you do need to remove the water from the tranny, or there will not be proper lubrication to the parts inside, and will cause failure! If you find that it did sink, take to a shop, and file a insurance claim!I'M CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION OIL IN MY INBOARD BOAT AND IT SHOWS SIGNS OF RAIN WATER?
If water in the trans only 2 ways to enter trans went under water or trans cooler leaking%26gt; No luck with rain water or you left the fill plug out%26gt; And no diesel as it will not mix with the oil or fluid%26gt; If there was a lot of water than fix the leak drain flush with oil run drain fill with oil run and check for more water intrusion%26gt;
Can transmission oil burn out of my exhaust?
I have a 1994 Mx-3 and the tranny is leaking. that is one of the problems i now of, But there is also blue smoke coming out of my exhaust on start-up, even when the engine is warm. It doesn't smell like a rich mixture, it smell burnt. The mechanic told me that it's oil that was spiled , and it should be OK after a few days, but after 2 weeks, it still smells burnt, and there is still blue smoke
Can anybody help me ?
appreciate it
Thx
ChrisCan transmission oil burn out of my exhaust?
tranny fluid can leak into exhaust...i had a ford pickup truck that the tranny modulator went bad the smoke was white and there was a lot,,,a real lot.....blue smoke is usually from bad rings or bad valve sealsCan transmission oil burn out of my exhaust?
If tranny is leaking, then any oil leaking out can be burned off by heat of engine and tranny casing. There's no way to have leaking tranny oil get into the exhaust system and burn blue smoke. It's like saying that having the ';runs'; in your gut causes you to cough. Two different systems.
Used to be a saying that white smoke in your exhaust was okay, but blue smoke meant trouble. Blue smoke in exhaust means that there's oil leaking into the spark plug chamber where the gas is being burned.
That's motor oil, not tranny oil. The seals on the spark plug chamber are getting worn, allowing the oil into where it is burned, and then goes out in the exhaust.
There's all kinds of good oil stop-leaks at Walmart, Checker Auto or Auto zone. Get one that's about $5 or more, it'll be better protection.
This is to add to the motor oil, it helps to seal small leaks so that the oil doesn't burn anymore, and hopefully can stop the blue smoke. But blue smoke has nothing to do with tranny fluid, whether it's leaking or not.
No
Transmissions are not tied into the exhaust system. But leaks can get onto your exhaust and will smoke until burned off.
The blue smoke could be a number of things but if it always smokes then it sounds like your rings are allowing some oil to get into the cylinder. Fixing this would require ring replacement which if you decide you should just go ahead and rebuild it all. Expensive
Ifyou plan on keeping the car do the rebuild when it gets worse or if not try using a heavier weight oil.
If the transmission is vacuum operated, yes, this is possible. In this case, the trans uses engine vacuum from the intake manifold to shift gears.
Those days are long gone, though. About 15 years long gone.
Impossible
Can anybody help me ?
appreciate it
Thx
ChrisCan transmission oil burn out of my exhaust?
tranny fluid can leak into exhaust...i had a ford pickup truck that the tranny modulator went bad the smoke was white and there was a lot,,,a real lot.....blue smoke is usually from bad rings or bad valve sealsCan transmission oil burn out of my exhaust?
If tranny is leaking, then any oil leaking out can be burned off by heat of engine and tranny casing. There's no way to have leaking tranny oil get into the exhaust system and burn blue smoke. It's like saying that having the ';runs'; in your gut causes you to cough. Two different systems.
Used to be a saying that white smoke in your exhaust was okay, but blue smoke meant trouble. Blue smoke in exhaust means that there's oil leaking into the spark plug chamber where the gas is being burned.
That's motor oil, not tranny oil. The seals on the spark plug chamber are getting worn, allowing the oil into where it is burned, and then goes out in the exhaust.
There's all kinds of good oil stop-leaks at Walmart, Checker Auto or Auto zone. Get one that's about $5 or more, it'll be better protection.
This is to add to the motor oil, it helps to seal small leaks so that the oil doesn't burn anymore, and hopefully can stop the blue smoke. But blue smoke has nothing to do with tranny fluid, whether it's leaking or not.
No
Transmissions are not tied into the exhaust system. But leaks can get onto your exhaust and will smoke until burned off.
The blue smoke could be a number of things but if it always smokes then it sounds like your rings are allowing some oil to get into the cylinder. Fixing this would require ring replacement which if you decide you should just go ahead and rebuild it all. Expensive
Ifyou plan on keeping the car do the rebuild when it gets worse or if not try using a heavier weight oil.
If the transmission is vacuum operated, yes, this is possible. In this case, the trans uses engine vacuum from the intake manifold to shift gears.
Those days are long gone, though. About 15 years long gone.
Impossible
How many different fluids need to be put into a chevy cavalier; oil, transmission fluid, radiator fluid?
are these the only ones. It is a 2001, 2 door cavalier, I suspect a leak and want to buy all of the fluds to refill the car withHow many different fluids need to be put into a chevy cavalier; oil, transmission fluid, radiator fluid?
Plus brake fluid and power steering fluid. And windshield washer solvent.
Check the owners manual to make sure you get the right type of fluid.How many different fluids need to be put into a chevy cavalier; oil, transmission fluid, radiator fluid?
Antifreeze in radiator, oil in engine, transmission fluid in transmission, power steering fluid in power steering reservoir, lube in differential.
Oil, Transmission unless its a stick then it would take gear oil, brake, power steering, washer, radiator, differential oil. But you still need to find out what kind of leak it is, clean wherever the leak is if you can see it, then use a piece of cardboard and let it drip then you can get a more exact location.
Determine what type of fluid is leaking, then repair leak and refill as needed.
May also want to purchase power steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid along with the fluids that you have listed above.
headlight fluid, muffler bearing lubricant, air bag lubricant
Plus brake fluid and power steering fluid. And windshield washer solvent.
Check the owners manual to make sure you get the right type of fluid.How many different fluids need to be put into a chevy cavalier; oil, transmission fluid, radiator fluid?
Antifreeze in radiator, oil in engine, transmission fluid in transmission, power steering fluid in power steering reservoir, lube in differential.
Oil, Transmission unless its a stick then it would take gear oil, brake, power steering, washer, radiator, differential oil. But you still need to find out what kind of leak it is, clean wherever the leak is if you can see it, then use a piece of cardboard and let it drip then you can get a more exact location.
Determine what type of fluid is leaking, then repair leak and refill as needed.
May also want to purchase power steering fluid, and windshield washer fluid along with the fluids that you have listed above.
headlight fluid, muffler bearing lubricant, air bag lubricant
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