Transmission fluid temperature sensor
 
  
 
 
  
   
    
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      | 1. | Remove the battery cover, battery and battery tray. 
 
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      | 2. | Disconnect the temperature sensor's cable. 
 
   
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      | 4. | Remove the two bolts securing the cover. 
 
 
         
          
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             Place an oil pan under the transmission to collect the fluid that runs out.
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      | 5. | Unscrew the fluid temperature sensor. 
 
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      | 1. | Screw the fluid temperature sensor in place. 
 Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18.5 lbf ft)
 
 
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      | 2. | Refit the cover and tighten the bolts. 
 Tightening torque: 25 Nm (18.5 lbf ft)
 
 
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      | 3. | Lower the car to the floor. 
 
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      | 4. | Reconnect the fluid temperature sensor's cable. 
 
 
        Secure the cable in the clip on the transmission.
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      | 5. | Refit the battery tray, battery and battery cover. 
 
   
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      | 6. | Fill with transmission fluid, Texaco Texamatic DEXRON III (7045 EU, TL1863 US), to the correct level. 
 
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      | 7. | Set the right time on the clock. 
 
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