Using the 3/8-inch drive ratchet,...
Using the 3/8-inch drive ratchet, loosen and remove the fill plug.
The final steps (not shown) are to remove the fluid hand pump, reinstall the fill plug using the 3/8-inch drive ratchet, double-check the fill plug and drain plug for tightness, and check the fluid level at the dipstick before starting the Firebird.
Our test drive of the Firehawk with AMSOIL Universal Automatic Transmission Fluid showed an instant quieting of the transmission chatter noise.
AMSOIL tells HPP that the benefits of using AMSOIL Universal Automatic Transmission Fluid are more than just solving transmission/torque converter shudder. "The cleanliness of our synthetic transmission fluid keeps transmission orifices in top-operating condition. Our product has exceptional hot and cold temperature performance for exceptional efficiencies, resists oxidation for extended service life, is engineered to outperform conventional transmission fluids, and optimizes transmission life," said Ed Newman, Director of Advertising with AMSOIL.
AMSOIL Universal Automatic Transmission is available from AMSOIL at (800) 777-8491, online at www.AMSOIL.com, or at your local AMSOIL dealer.
Use a fluid hand pump (they're...
Use a fluid hand pump (they're available at auto-parts stores for a small cost) to pump the fluid from the bottle up to and into the fill hole. Our transmission used four quarts of AMSOIL Universal Automatic Transmission Fluid. Check your owner's manual for the fluid capacity of your transmission, if different than ours.