Transmission fluid change

[Melanie]

Im wanting to change the transmission fluid on my 2001 K11.

Could some kind person have a look in their manual or Heynes (I have neither) at what grade I use and how much it takes.

Also a confirmation of the drain/fill plug(s) would be awesome.

Many many thanks in advance!!

Melanie

 

[James]

You're lucky, I just happen to have my Haynes next to me, with all the moving house etc I have most things in my room lol!

Manual Transmission: Gear oil, viscosity SAE80, to API GL4

Also the Haynes says this about the filler plug:

[The filler plug] is on the front face of the transmission. The oil level should reach the lower edge of the filler/level hole. A certain amount of oil will have gathered behind the filler/level plug and will trickle out when it is removed; this does not necessarily indicate that the level is correct. To ensure that a true level is established, wait until the initial trickle has stopped, then add oil as necessary until a trickle of new oil can be seen emerging. The level will be correct when the flow ceases; use only good-quality oil of the specified type

The drain plug would be on the underside I'd imagine Also the Haynes recommends applying sealant to the drain plug thread before refitting

Hope this helps,
James.

 

[Melanie]

Thats brilliant!!! Thanks