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Maintenance
CHANGING GEARBOX OIL
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When changing the oil it is essential to renew the oil
filter and clean out the suction strainer.
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Ensure the transmission oil is cool but warm to allow it
to flow easily.
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Drain the oil by removing the strainer (B).
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Oil will gush out, keep clear of hot oil as it can cause
serious burns.
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Clean strainer using a suitable solvent, when refitting
the strainer renew the gasket and apply Loctite 242 to
bolts (A). Torque to 10Nm (7.4lbf ft).
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Unscrew and discard the filter element (C).
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Smear the seal of the filter with transmission oil,
Screw the filter on until it contacts the filter head,
then to be tightened a minimum of 3/4 turn (equal to
15Nm or 11lbf ft torque)
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Fill the system as per the Transmission Oil Fill
Procedure above.
B
A
C
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