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8A-6 - VELVET DRIVE IN-LINE TRANSMISSION 90-823225--1 1096
4. Check oil for the following foreign matter:
Metal Particles - A few small particles are
normal. Larger metal chips are an early sign
of transmission failure which may mean
transmission should be disassembled and in-
spected for internal damage.
Rubber Particles - Indication of cooler hose
wear. Hoses should be inspected for cracks
or fraying. Replace damaged hoses.
!
CAUTION
Avoid severe transmission damage or possible
failure of transmission. Strainer must be properly
installed as follows.
5. Install plastic strainer tube with the notch DOWN
and OUT toward the side of the case.
71306
b
a
a - Plastic Strainer Tube
b - Notch
6. Install spring.
7. Coat bushing threads with Quicksilver Perfect
Seal. Install and torque bushing to 25 lb. ft.
(34 N·m).
8. Coat elbow fitting threads with Quicksilver Per-
fect Seal and install in bushing. Tighten securely.
9. Reconnect hose and tighten securely.
Filling Transmission
IMPORTANT: Use only specified transmission
fluid (see “Specifications”).
1. Remove dipstick. Fill transmission with fluid,
through dipstick hole, to bring up to full mark.
72526
b
c
a
a - Dipstick
b - Full Mark
c - Dipstick Tube
IMPORTANT: To accurately check fluid level, run
engine at 1500 RPM for 2 minutes immediately
prior to checking level.
2. Start engine and run at 1500 RPM for 2 minutes
to fill all hydraulic circuits.
NOTE: Be sure to push dipstick all the way down into
dipstick tube when checking fluid level.
3. Stop engine and quickly check fluid level. Add
transmission fluid, if necessary, to bring level up
to full mark on dipstick.
4. Reinstall dipstick. Be sure to tighten T-handle
securely.

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