too much auto transmission oil

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chinna
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:27 pm

like a noob i've put too much fluid in my switchable auto, can i just undo the allen key bolt on the larger sump or is there another drain hole i'm missin?? thanks
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rj
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:30 pm

Yes that is the drain hole.

The 2 upper marks on the dipstick represent a third of a litre.
chinna
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:34 pm

mines over the ball shape of plastic at the top of the marker, even when cold. i know your supposed to check when warm but it expands as far as i know which means it'll go even higher up the dip stick???
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:36 pm

Just drain some out as above until the correct level is achieved
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chinna
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:37 pm

thanks alot for the replies people
chinna
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Fri May 30, 2008 12:50 pm

mine does not wanna budge. allen key with extension, nothin. looks too have a white ring between the bolt and sump. has someone sealed it or is it a washer???
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