Wednesday, November 24, 2010

How to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?

how do you change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe lx 3.0 V6?How to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
The fluid should be drained immediately after the vehicle has been driven. This will remove any built up sediment better than if the fluid were cold. Because of this it's a good idea to wear protective gloves (fluid temperature can exceed 350-degrees f in a hot transmission )After the vehicle has been driven to warm up the fluid raise it and place it on jackstands for access underneath.Make sure it is firmly supported by the four stands placed under the frame rails. place the drain pan under the transmission oil pan and remove the oil pan bolts along the rear and sides of the pan . Loosen but do not remove the bolts at the front of the pan . Carefully pry the pan down at the rear allowing the hot fluid to drain into the drain pan . If necessary use a screwdriver to break the gasket seal at the rear of the pan however do not damage the pan or transmission in the process .Support the pan and remove the remaining bolts at the front of the pan .Lower the pan and drain the remaining fluid into the drain receptacle. As this is done check the fluid for metal particles which may be indication of transmission failure.Now visible on the bottom of the transmission is the filter/strainer held in place by screws Remove the screws the filter and the gasket. On E4OD transmission remove the filter by carefully pulling and rotating it as necessary (note)make sure the o-ring seal is not in the filter pick up bore .If it is remove and discard it. Thoroughly clean the transmission oil pan with solvent . inspect for metal particles and foreign matter .Dry with compressed air if available .It is important that all remaining gasket material be remove from the oil pan mounting flange . Use a gasket scraper or putty knife for this Clean the filter mounting surface on the valve body again this surface should be smooth and free of old gasket material . Place the new filter into position with a new gasket between it and the transmission valve body . Install the mounting screws and tighten them to the torque value listed. On E4OD transmission lubricate the new filter o-ring with transmission fluid and press the filter and seal assembly into the transmission bore. Apply a bead of RTV sealant around the oil pan mounting surface with the sealant to the inside of the bolt holes . Press the new gasket into place on the pan making sure all bolt holes line up Lift the pan up to the bottom of the transmission and install the mounting bolts tighten the bolts in a diagonal fashion working around the pan . Using a torque wrench tighten the bolts to the torque specifications Lower the vehicle off the jackstandsHow to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
If you take it to a shop they just suck the fluid out through the fill tube.

If you do it you have to remove all the bolts from the pan on the bottom.

Replace or clean the filter and put a new gasket on.

Do not over tighten the bolts when reinstalling or the gasket will push out the side and leekHow to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
Take it to a shop. Have a transmission service and flush done. The will hook up you transmission cooler lines to a fluid exchanger so it will be able to put in new oil while at the same time take the old oil out. Your 1991 Ford Probe will take Mercon/Dexron III ATFHow to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
Check at your local Autozone store. They will tell you what fluid type you need, What capacity. And sell you a filter with gasket. Sometimes they can print out repair guides for free. Or sell you a Haynes manual that will walk you through the change.How to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
your gona have to drain it first of all from by the clutch master then refill it up . . .. . . . simpleHow to change the transmission fluid on a 1991 ford probe?
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