DRAIN AND REFILL

NOTE: Whenever you plan to change the transmission fluid, purchase a new drain plug gasket ahead of time. This item should be replaced at each fluid change to ensure a good drain plug seal.

1. Warm the engine until it has reached normal operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface, place the transmission in Neutral, apply the parking brake and block the rear wheels.
3. It may be necessary to raise and support the vehicle on jackstands to access the drain plug on the transmission.
4. Position a suitable drain pan under the transmission and remove the fill plug.

   Fig. 1: Manual transmission drain and filler plug locations — all models similar

5. Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to drain completely.
6. Wipe off the threads of the drain plug and install the plug with a new gasket.
7. Through the filler plug opening, add the proper amount of fluid (see the Capacities Chart) until the level is just below the bottom of the opening. If a small amount runs out, that's OK.
8. Lower the vehicle if it was necessary to raise it in order to drain the transmission.
9. After wiping the threads, install and tighten the filler plug.
10. Drive the vehicle to allow the oil to reach operating temperature and then check the drain and fill plugs for leaks.