How to change the trans fluid on a DII
I know this is a generic "personal fight" question, but has there been any experience in choosing the proline filter kit that Roversnorth sells versus a local aftermarket kit from Advanced or likewise? I know there are those that trust only gaskets and filters from the factory or other companies of reputation, but it sounds like the FK-279 or Autozone kits seem to be doing a good job if installed properly.
My decision: its Monday evening, would like to knock this out this weekend. The cost isn't necessarily a big deal, but then again, the wasted money could be put to other fun toys if the cheaper sets are functionally just as good, not sure if retailers could even ship to me in Mobile, AL by Friday -- and locals have their kits available.. Thoughts?
My decision: its Monday evening, would like to knock this out this weekend. The cost isn't necessarily a big deal, but then again, the wasted money could be put to other fun toys if the cheaper sets are functionally just as good, not sure if retailers could even ship to me in Mobile, AL by Friday -- and locals have their kits available.. Thoughts?
Rock Crawling
Joined: Jun 2012
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From: frisco texas
AB has them on sale right now. $19... Since I already have an order in with them, I will just add to it.
Thanks for the great post, I was going to take to my mechanic, but I think I can do this one, especially after tackling the valley pan gasket.
As for ATF... I get the part about the synthetic and non-synthetic mixing if it is not flushed. Since I have no idea when mine was changed (new to me with 104k on the dial), i am assuming it is factory.
Should I put the high mileage ATF stuff in just to be safe?
Thanks for the great write up.
Thanks for the great post, I was going to take to my mechanic, but I think I can do this one, especially after tackling the valley pan gasket.
As for ATF... I get the part about the synthetic and non-synthetic mixing if it is not flushed. Since I have no idea when mine was changed (new to me with 104k on the dial), i am assuming it is factory.
Should I put the high mileage ATF stuff in just to be safe?
Thanks for the great write up.
Mudding
Joined: Mar 2012
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Changing the transmission fluid on any car or truck is a vital part of preventative maintence.
Read your owners manual but it is generally recommended that you change the transmission fluid every 30,000 miles and the filter every 60,000 miles.
By doing this cheap preventative maintence you can help insure a long and healthy life for your transmission.
Here we show how to change it on a 2000 Land Rover Discovery Series II.
Land Rovers use Dexron III, try and buy a name brand and have 6 quarts on hand for this, 8 quarts for when you change the filter too.
You will need a 8mm allen wrench for the fill/check plug and a 5mm allen wrench for the drain plug.
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The drain plug is on the bottom of the transmission oil sump and the fill/check plug is on the front of the transmission sump.
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Remove the fill/check plug and then place your drain pan under the transmission sump and remove the drain plug.
Once all of the fluid has drained out clean the area around the drain plug and make sure that you clean the drain plug threads and that the washer is still in place.
Then using a hand pump such as this that you can buy at any store for around $10 US refill the transmission.
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Pump the new transmission fluid into the fill/check hole until it starts to come out of the hole, replace the plug.
Start the truck and shift though all of the transmission gears and hold each one for 2-3 seconds, starting in park and continue until you reach 1st, then go back to park.
Remove the fill/check plug and make sure that the transmission is full, fluid should come out at a nice steady rate, if so you are full.
Pour your dirty transmission fluid into a container and take it to be recycled, any quick lube oil change place will take it as well as autoparts stores.
Budget one hour for this job.
Read your owners manual but it is generally recommended that you change the transmission fluid every 30,000 miles and the filter every 60,000 miles.
By doing this cheap preventative maintence you can help insure a long and healthy life for your transmission.
Here we show how to change it on a 2000 Land Rover Discovery Series II.
Land Rovers use Dexron III, try and buy a name brand and have 6 quarts on hand for this, 8 quarts for when you change the filter too.
You will need a 8mm allen wrench for the fill/check plug and a 5mm allen wrench for the drain plug.
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[/IMG]The drain plug is on the bottom of the transmission oil sump and the fill/check plug is on the front of the transmission sump.
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[/IMG]Remove the fill/check plug and then place your drain pan under the transmission sump and remove the drain plug.
Once all of the fluid has drained out clean the area around the drain plug and make sure that you clean the drain plug threads and that the washer is still in place.
Then using a hand pump such as this that you can buy at any store for around $10 US refill the transmission.
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[/IMG]Pump the new transmission fluid into the fill/check hole until it starts to come out of the hole, replace the plug.
Start the truck and shift though all of the transmission gears and hold each one for 2-3 seconds, starting in park and continue until you reach 1st, then go back to park.
Remove the fill/check plug and make sure that the transmission is full, fluid should come out at a nice steady rate, if so you are full.
Pour your dirty transmission fluid into a container and take it to be recycled, any quick lube oil change place will take it as well as autoparts stores.
Budget one hour for this job.
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2012
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From: Capital Swamplands
Advance Auto Filter FK-279 not FK-119
Changed the fluid today and all went well EXCEPT for the filter.
I ordered online and Advance Auto lists the FK-119 as the "Exact Fit" for my 2000 Disco II, however it's the wrong one (if only I had thoroughly read through this thread -- where's the face-palm icon?).
The correct one is the FK-279 which is listed as an exact fit for the 1999 Land Rover Discovery. Lesson learned for next time...
I ordered online and Advance Auto lists the FK-119 as the "Exact Fit" for my 2000 Disco II, however it's the wrong one (if only I had thoroughly read through this thread -- where's the face-palm icon?).
The correct one is the FK-279 which is listed as an exact fit for the 1999 Land Rover Discovery. Lesson learned for next time...
New Here- 2000 Disco 2 Owner need Tranny help
Had a new Head Gasket job done, mechanic was great, but is now out of the picture. All New Wires/plugs/ O2 sensors ( 4) and 2 new Cat Convertors.
Problems I am having now:
1-Transmission Temp Gauge comes on after a few miles
2- Cylinder 7 Misfire
Are they related ?
Do I drain the ATF and replace filter ? And look for some sort of Cooler plug that is loose on the Tranny?
Should I replace the Coils on my Engine for the misfire ? Thoughts pleasse ??
Problems I am having now:
1-Transmission Temp Gauge comes on after a few miles
2- Cylinder 7 Misfire
Are they related ?
Do I drain the ATF and replace filter ? And look for some sort of Cooler plug that is loose on the Tranny?
Should I replace the Coils on my Engine for the misfire ? Thoughts pleasse ??
Banned
Joined: Jul 2012
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Had a new Head Gasket job done, mechanic was great, but is now out of the picture. All New Wires/plugs/ O2 sensors ( 4) and 2 new Cat Convertors.
Problems I am having now:
1-Transmission Temp Gauge comes on after a few miles
2- Cylinder 7 Misfire
Are they related ?
Do I drain the ATF and replace filter ? And look for some sort of Cooler plug that is loose on the Tranny?
Should I replace the Coils on my Engine for the misfire ? Thoughts pleasse ??
Problems I am having now:
1-Transmission Temp Gauge comes on after a few miles
2- Cylinder 7 Misfire
Are they related ?
Do I drain the ATF and replace filter ? And look for some sort of Cooler plug that is loose on the Tranny?
Should I replace the Coils on my Engine for the misfire ? Thoughts pleasse ??
Thoughts are you should have started a new thread... at the top left side there is a block that says new thread you click on that and then post your question and that way its to your particular issue!
Anyways welcome to the forum!
A leak around the water jacket on cylinder #7 is very common place for failure.
Related? Maybe the heads were not milled correctly, maybe the "mechanic" did not clean the surfaces before mating the heads to the block, maybe he did not torque the head bolts correctly, its very close to the firewall there (still no excuse) maybe the plug is bad, maybe you have a bad or beginning stage bad coil, maybe the electric plug that plugs into the coil is not completely plugged in, or maybe the connection is dirty. Pull plug is it wet with coolant or soaked with fuel? Is it dry? Pull the plug and check for a good clean spark. Let ys know what the result is to help you further.
Transmission: maybe the temp sensor has failed or maybe your low on fluid, maybe the wiring harness has a loose connection, maybe the filter is clogged or maybe the pump is clogged or broke and not circulating fluid, start with checking fluid and if you have not changed the filter and fluid now would be a great time and while you have the pan off take a good look around for any damage or excessive wear & tear.
4wd Low
Joined: Apr 2013
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I was going to do the full transmission filter and fluids however when I got the cover off one of the three bolts holding the filter on was easy to take off however the other two were completely stripped and unable to get them off. I opted to replaced the old gasket, change the fluids, and add additive.
Is this a big issue not changing the filter?
Thanks for the post and pics-
Is this a big issue not changing the filter?
Thanks for the post and pics-