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Hi,
I am planning to do manual transmission fluid change and would appreciate few pointers in this seemingly simple procedure.
First, dealer was unable to find if there are washers needed for fill and drain plugs. So, they sold me new plugs thinking those may have a built-in gasket like oil plug has.
Second, the job supplies besides DCT fluid calls for threadlocker and RTV silicone. Both are quite pricey from a dealer. I wonder if Permatex will suffice. What is worse RTV silicone is sold in the package not designed to be reused later.
Third, if no washer is needed, how to apply both threadlocker and gasket silicone on a small plug without contaminating threads and fluid in the transmission.
Thank you so much!
Dimasin
PS: I have done similar service on regular 4x4 manuals.
I am planning to do manual transmission fluid change and would appreciate few pointers in this seemingly simple procedure.
First, dealer was unable to find if there are washers needed for fill and drain plugs. So, they sold me new plugs thinking those may have a built-in gasket like oil plug has.
Second, the job supplies besides DCT fluid calls for threadlocker and RTV silicone. Both are quite pricey from a dealer. I wonder if Permatex will suffice. What is worse RTV silicone is sold in the package not designed to be reused later.
Third, if no washer is needed, how to apply both threadlocker and gasket silicone on a small plug without contaminating threads and fluid in the transmission.
Thank you so much!
Dimasin
PS: I have done similar service on regular 4x4 manuals.
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