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Remove transmission oil pan
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Yes, but you have to remove the automatic transmission housing, and you have to replace the Torque Converter with a standard transmission clutch that matches the type of transmission with which you are mating the engine.
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Remove the Ford Ranger automatic transmission drain plug. The drain plug is in the bottom of the transmission. Allow the oil to drain out and replace the plug. Fill the transmission with new transmission fluid.
Well for one, if it's a manual transmission...you don't. If it's an automatic transmisson, there is a drain plug right underneath the transmission. It's easy to see. wrong. there is no plug for transmission you have to remove the pan and replace the gasket. where the transmission plug should be will be a gear box if u remove that plug u will drain gear oil. -Josh
Automatic transmission oil filters ware located inside the transmission, under the transmission oil pan. You have to remove the transmission oil pan to replace it and then you will need to refill it with new transmission fluid.
Remove the engine and drive shaft
To replace the Saturn transmission gasket, start by safely lifting the vehicle and draining the transmission fluid. Remove the transmission pan by unscrewing the bolts, then clean the mating surfaces thoroughly. Replace the old gasket with a new one, ensuring it’s properly aligned, and reattach the transmission pan with the bolts. Finally, refill the transmission with fluid and check for leaks.
Remove transmission oil pan Replace fluid, filter, and gasket
Transmission filters are INSIDE the transmission. You need to remove the transmission oil pan. When you replace the filter, plan on replacing the pan gasket as well.