> - New transmission oil (2.5 quarts)
> - Oil drain pan
> - Funnel
> - Wrench
> - Rags
> - Safety glasses
2. Prepare the car.
> - Park the car on a level surface.
> - Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down.
> - Engage the parking brake.
> - Raise the car using a jack and jack stands.
3. Locate the transmission drain plug.
> - The transmission drain plug is located on the bottom of the transmission pan. It is usually a 17mm bolt.
4. Place the oil drain pan under the drain plug.
> - Make sure the pan is large enough to catch all of the oil that will drain out.
5. Loosen the drain plug.
> - Use the wrench to loosen the drain plug. Be careful not to drop the bolt into the oil pan.
6. Allow the oil to drain.
> - Allow all of the oil to drain out of the transmission. This may take a few minutes.
7. Replace the drain plug.
> - Once all of the oil has drained out, replace the drain plug. Tighten the plug until it is snug.
8. Locate the transmission fill plug.
> - The transmission fill plug is located on the side of the transmission. It is usually a 17mm bolt.
9. Remove the fill plug.
> - Use the wrench to remove the fill plug.
10. Add new transmission oil.
> - Use the funnel to add new transmission oil to the transmission. Add the amount of oil specified in your car's owner's manual.
11. Replace the fill plug.
> - Once you have added the correct amount of oil, replace the fill plug. Tighten the plug until it is snug.
12. Lower the car.
> - Use the jack to lower the car back down to the ground.
13. Start the car.
> - Start the car and let it run for a few minutes. This will circulate the new oil throughout the transmission.
14. Check the transmission fluid level.
> - Use the dipstick to check the transmission fluid level. The fluid level should be between the "Full" and "Add" marks on the dipstick.
