Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair

ATF Filter

REMOVAL

NOTE: ATF filter is maintenance free.





1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and remove the battery from vehicle.





2. Remove the harness securing bracket.
3. Using the ST, remove the ATF filter.
ST 498545400 OIL FILTER WRENCH

INSTALLATION
1. Apply a thin coat of ATF to the oil seal part of new ATF filter.
2. Install the ATF filter. Turn it by hand, being careful not to damage oil seal.





3. Tighten the ATF filter using ST.
Calculate the ATF filter tightening torque using following formula.
T2 = L2/(L1 + L2) x T1
T1: 14 Nm (1.4 kgf-cm, 10.1 ft. lbs.)
[Required torque setting]
T2: Tightening torque
L1: ST length 78 mm (3.07 inch)
L2: Torque wrench length
Example:

NOTE: Align the ST with torque wrench while tightening the ATF filter.

ST 498545400 OIL FILTER WRENCH
4. Fill ATF.
5. Inspect the level of ATF.
6. Install the harness securing bracket.
7. Install the battery.

INSPECTION
Check for rust, hole, ATF leaks and other damage. Replace the part if any defect is found from the inspection.