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Old 23-12-2007, 02:09 PM   #1
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Exclamation help in checking auto oil level

i need help in test oil level in auto box in au 3 sr wagon as there is no dip stick and where to top oil into box thanks

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Old 23-12-2007, 02:22 PM   #2
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theres a bolt on the side
do a search it is discussed alot..

when oil spills out of hole it is full..
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Old 23-12-2007, 02:55 PM   #3
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Yeah ... its on the driver's side of the transmission ... next to the exhaust.
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Old 23-12-2007, 03:15 PM   #4
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Looks like it's not THAT easy to get to due to the exhaust, on my wagon at least.

Think I'll check mine when I have the exhaust off to replace a gasket next week.
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Old 23-12-2007, 03:16 PM   #5
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It looks a mittle fiddly ... a socket extension works wonders though ... and a hoist makes it a lot easier.
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Old 23-12-2007, 09:26 PM   #6
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Unfortunately I'm stucking using a small scissor jack, some stands, a couple of wheel chocks and the flat of my back. :p
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Old 24-12-2007, 12:18 AM   #7
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i have a pic from the drivers side its the rusty one
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Old 24-12-2007, 01:00 PM   #8
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i have a pic from the drivers side its the rusty one

Good pic mik!

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Old 24-12-2007, 04:29 PM   #9
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what trans oil do i use
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Old 26-12-2007, 03:56 PM   #12
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