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Old 21-03-2011, 01:32 PM   #61
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I'm going to do mine for peach of mind, (as well as the fuel filter) but I need to know where the fill plug and drain plugs are on a 1990 BG astina (BG5P), Also how much oil should I use? and whats a good brand/s? don't want to put crap stuff in
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Old 21-03-2011, 01:45 PM   #62
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your user manual has what is recommended to use in it.

ATF is for autos.

A GL-4 SAE 75W90 will be fine. Do not over fill it either. 2.4-2.7 liters is all a F series needs. Rotating cogs will plash around the oil inside. 3.0L or too full will just offer more rotational resistance inside the gearbox.
Cheers Ryan. I would of red the manual, but I need to buy it today to do it tonight, and the car isn't with me
I know ATF is for autos but I remember reading somewhere ppl use them in the manual boxes too. I couldn't find that info again but
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Whats the best way to change the oil of the torque converter on a BA 1996 1.8L Auto and where is the filter located, As i dont have a work shop manual.
Any help would be AWESOME.
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