Transmission drain plug
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Transmission drain plug
I am changing all my fluids over the winter. The transmission drain plug looks like it had a thread lock material on it, but my service manual gives a torque value and no mention of thread lock. Does anyone know if thread lock is be used when putting it back in. The rear end drain plug has no thread lock material on it.
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You can use thread locker/sealant if you want, but if it's the rubbery product on the threads as was on mine, it'll still work after repeated use. TEFLON tape works well.
If I'm not mistaken, the rear end drain plug is a tapered thread, so theoretically no thread sealant is necessary.
If I'm not mistaken, the rear end drain plug is a tapered thread, so theoretically no thread sealant is necessary.
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Sounds like the best plan of action. You do not want it getting stuck. No real load or vibration problem that would require thread locker.
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