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01-10-2011, 05:13 PM

Rob R

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Ready to do ATF Change - Question

After reading as much as I can I'm going to tackle this over the weekend.

Here's my question: Is it ok to reuse the transmission fluid level plug and sealing washer? JTIS says to install a new one. Curious to know if those that have done this replaced or reused?

Thanks in advance!

Rob

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01-10-2011, 05:15 PM

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The popular theory is that the washer is a crush washer so no, get a new one.....I re-used mine and haven't had a leak.

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01-17-2011, 05:31 AM

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I've changed my trans flud twice now reusing all the washer/plugs. No leaks.
BTW, I'm using the Castrol Import ATF for the last 25K miles. No issues.
Used Merkon V for the prior 20K miles. No issues.

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01-18-2011, 11:33 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob R

Curious to know if those that have done this replaced or reused?

Rob, three points make a trend - I too reused the original washers and plugs with zero leakage.

I am also using the Castrol Import ATF with zero issues.

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