Tools i need to change auto gearbox fluid

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Fraz06
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Tue Jan 26, 2010 1:51 pm

What tools do i need to change automatic gearbox fluid ? i.e size of spanner etc
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Tue Jan 26, 2010 2:30 pm

If they're the same as manual boxes, all you need is a 17mm alan key.

Make sure you open the filler plug FIRST! Because:
A. It makes the fluid run out more efficiently
B. More importantly, if you take the drain plug out, drain the fluid, then find the filler plug is welded solid (not litteraly) then you're down a certain creek with out a paddle so to speak.

HTH :)
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