ATF Fluid - Partial drain/fill
#176
It is standard thread, it is screwed into the same hole as the drain plug. Once the drain plug is out, reach in with an allen wrench (sorry, I don't remember the size), and you can unscrew the stand pipe.
You can reinstall the stand pipe before filling, just make sure that your adapter doesnt bottom out against the stand pipe when you screw it in.
Mike
You can reinstall the stand pipe before filling, just make sure that your adapter doesnt bottom out against the stand pipe when you screw it in.
Mike
#177
Use the same allen wrench as the drain plug for the standpipe. The standpipe is plastic so be gentle when installing, just till it stops, no additional torque needed
#179
#180
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#181
It occurs to me that if you had an adapter that fit, that would be the perfect place to fill the trans. A lot less work than pulling the airbox to get to the top for the other one.
#182
I removed the plug by accident. It was out for about 10 sec. Before I found any info on checking level I added 22oz. I think I put too much in. So if I warm up the Mini and have it on level ground all I need to do is take the drain plug out with it running and if it has too much in it it will drain to the level it needs to be at? Appreciate any info. It is a 2013 base.
#186
Ok I let the mini heat up (idle) for 25 mins. Used a kitchen thermometer and the fluid temp was 116. I would say about 2qrts came out. Needless to say this method did not work for me. There is an inch of fluid in this drain pan. I originally only added 22oz after mistakenly taking out the drain plug for about 10secs. I tried this method to make sure I didn’t overfill.
#187
#189
Mission complete on my 46K drain/refill.
No way I could have done this without NAM help!
Made rookie mistakes, like starting up with top plug out, wasn't too bad.
Funny how temp sensitive level is. I actually ended up putting less in than came out. Checked level hot, put some extra in, reheated to 95F, then some atf came back out, then put plug in with it still dribbling. After finding crush washer not installed took plug back out to install washer & it did not dribble, so must be OK.
My only advice to others is to forget about that top plug, big PITA. Much easier to get a suction pump & push new ATF in from the drain plug.
No way I could have done this without NAM help!
Made rookie mistakes, like starting up with top plug out, wasn't too bad.
Funny how temp sensitive level is. I actually ended up putting less in than came out. Checked level hot, put some extra in, reheated to 95F, then some atf came back out, then put plug in with it still dribbling. After finding crush washer not installed took plug back out to install washer & it did not dribble, so must be OK.
My only advice to others is to forget about that top plug, big PITA. Much easier to get a suction pump & push new ATF in from the drain plug.
#190
Here is an alternative and I think the easiest way to check, flush the 6 speed automatic. Best easiest way to check flush refill Mini Cooper Aisin automatic transmission fluid
No squirting fluid, no fighting recessed bolts.
No squirting fluid, no fighting recessed bolts.
#192
Hey all, what's the VW tool you can use for this job, is it the blauparts p/n j91004 Here ?
Thanks
Dom
Thanks
Dom
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#193
You can use any fluid pump to refill. You need the short threaded metal tube to screw into the drain plug
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This one?
just so Im clear, this tool correct?
thanks, Dom
#195
4.25 Quarts Out
Dropped pan and opened drain plug on case next to the pan. Cleaned magnets and inside pan and put new filter on. Going to pump a little over 4.25 quarts back in throungh the drain plug using an extracter pump from Amazon and set-up shown in this thread with 1/8" tubing and push in joints with valve to shut off just below the threaded plastic 1/8" adapter that screws into the pan. Then going to have the plug ready to stick in as soon as I remove the adapter from pan to minimize fluid loss and call it a day. Wish me luck!
#196
Dropped pan and opened drain plug on case next to the pan. Cleaned magnets and inside pan and put new filter on. Going to pump a little over 4.25 quarts back in throungh the drain plug using an extracter pump from Amazon and set-up shown in this thread with 1/8" tubing and push in joints with valve to shut off just below the threaded plastic 1/8" adapter that screws into the pan. Then going to have the plug ready to stick in as soon as I remove the adapter from pan to minimize fluid loss and call it a day. Wish me luck!
Luck!
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#197
[QUOTE=KendallH;4596088]Dropped pan and opened drain plug on case next to the pan. Cleaned magnets and inside pan and put new filter on. Going to pump a little over 4.25 quarts back in throungh the drain plug using an extracter pump from Amazon and set-up shown in this thread with 1/8" tubing and push in joints with valve to shut off just below the threaded plastic 1/8" adapter that screws into the pan. Then going to have the plug ready to stick in as soon as I remove the adapter from pan to minimize fluid loss and call it a day. Wish me luck!
If you start the car before removing the adapter fitting, there will be very little fluid that leaks out when you remove the adapter and install the plug. And the system is not so hot that you cant put your finger over the drain while you get the plug in your oily fingers.
If you start the car before removing the adapter fitting, there will be very little fluid that leaks out when you remove the adapter and install the plug. And the system is not so hot that you cant put your finger over the drain while you get the plug in your oily fingers.
#198
Will do, thanks!
[QUOTE=mbwicz;4596098]
Will do, thanks!
Dropped pan and opened drain plug on case next to the pan. Cleaned magnets and inside pan and put new filter on. Going to pump a little over 4.25 quarts back in throungh the drain plug using an extracter pump from Amazon and set-up shown in this thread with 1/8" tubing and push in joints with valve to shut off just below the threaded plastic 1/8" adapter that screws into the pan. Then going to have the plug ready to stick in as soon as I remove the adapter from pan to minimize fluid loss and call it a day. Wish me luck!
If you start the car before removing the adapter fitting, there will be very little fluid that leaks out when you remove the adapter and install the plug. And the system is not so hot that you cant put your finger over the drain while you get the plug in your oily fingers.
If you start the car before removing the adapter fitting, there will be very little fluid that leaks out when you remove the adapter and install the plug. And the system is not so hot that you cant put your finger over the drain while you get the plug in your oily fingers.
#199
If you start the car before removing the adapter fitting, there will be very little fluid that leaks out when you remove the adapter and install the plug. And the system is not so hot that you cant put your finger over the drain while you get the plug in your oily fingers.
Here's what you want to do: with the car level, pump in the fluid and add a bit extra. Then start the car, THEN remove the filler. Some fluid will drip out but it shouldn't be too much.
Let the car idle and more fluid will trickle out as it warms up and expands. Measure the dripping fluid with a good thermometer. When the temperature is in spec (I forget the temperature) screw in the plug and you're done.
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