DRAIN & REFILL

The automatic transmission fluid should be changed at least every 25,000–30,000 miles (40,000–48,000 km). If the van is normally used in severe service, such as stop-and-go driving, trailer towing or the like, the interval should be halved. The fluid should be hot before it is drained; a 20 minute drive will accomplish this.

1. Remove the dipstick from the filler tube and install a funnel in the opening.
2. Position a suitable drain pan under the drain plug. Loosen the drain plug and allow the fluid to drain.

   Fig. 2: Loosen and remove the drain plug on the automatic transmission

   Fig. 3: Some fluid may drip onto your hand as you remove the plug

   Fig. 4: Allow all the fluid to flow from the pan into a suitable container

3. Install and tighten the drain plug to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).

   Fig. 5: Before installing, inspect the plug and gasket for damaged threads and deterioration

4. Through the filler tube opening, add the proper amount of transmission fluid as specified in the Capacities Chart.
5. Start the engine and shift the selector into all positions from P through L, the shift into P.
6. Check the fluid level and add as required.

   WARNING
   Do not overfill the transmission.