transmisson fluid

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  1. nateambriz

    nateambriz Member

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    my engine is a 200 and I feel completely dumb for asking this question but where does the fluid go? I know where the dipstick is and everything.

    Also, my tranny is leaking fluid from the cool lines that connect to the radiator. I dont have the time to do this myself or with a bud, so how much would something like this cost to replace?
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    The fluid goes down the dip stick tube. The fittings might just need tightening. The cost could be anywhere form $0 - $200 or more
     
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    Make sure you check the trans level with the engine warmed up and idling in park or you could overfill it.
     
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    Awesome thanks for the help.
     
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    Also, if you put any rubber hose in, has to be for oil.
     
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    When you tighten the transmission oil cooler lines be sure to put a second wrench on the welded-in fittings in the radiator to prevent them from turning. Otherwise you will probably break them out of the radiator.
     
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