Subaru tranny filter (and other questions)

[mysvxrocks]

Is there a how to somewhere on how to install it? Tomorrow starts the big project on my new 95. Im going to reseal the valve covers, put in new plugs, replace the bad power steering pressure line, replace the air and fuel filters, and change the pcv valve. I also would like to put in the tranny filter kit I have, but dont know exactly how to do it. Any advise or anything? Do you think Im covering everything I should for this wonderful tune up? The drive belts are pretty new, so Ill leave those as they are. And I cant afford to do the timing belt right now. Any other ideas? Thanks! -Dennis

[redlightningsvx]

I would also change the front and rear diff fluids and the tranny fluid with filter.

[mysvxrocks]

I dont know how to do that, and Im hoping to stick with my budget of $240 ish... I could do that later on, I just really want to get it to stop leaking oil, and smoking. Fixing the exhaust will also come later.

[mysvxrocks]

This is the one Im wanting to install. I looked through the how to's but couldnt find anything except a picture of it. Could someone tell me where to run the hoses and what not?

[Suby Fan]

you need to run that filter in line with one of the cooler lines

here is the TSB

NUMBER: 16-56-93

DATE: 05-12-93

APPLICABILITY
92MY SVX UP TO AND INCLUDING NH106285

SUBJECT:
4EAT ATF AUXILIARY FILTER KIT AND HOSE INSTALLATION

An Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter has been introduced for installation on Subaru SVX models. The filter traps ATF contaminants which may cause sticking of the spool valves in the transmission. This results in deterioration of gear shift characteristics, for example: shift shock or delayed upshifts. The modified hoses ensure a more positive fit to prevent hose seepage.

The filter is designed to be maintenance free under normal driving conditions. It will not require periodic replacement. The only time replacement is necessary is in case of a transmission failure which leads to excessive metal contamination of the fluid.

CAUTION: When installing this kit, it is important to install all hoses in their correct positions. Failure to do so may result in major internal damage to the transmission.

TOOLS NEEDED

No special tools are required, only the following hand tools: a tray or catch pan for drained ATF, # 2 Phillips screwdriver, 3/8 drive torque wrench, 318 drive ratchet wrench with 14 mm socket, 10 mm socket, 8 mm socket, a pair of pliers, oil feeder can and a safety blowgun with a compressed air source.

NOTE: ALWAYS USE THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY EQUIPMENT. EXAMPLES: SAFETY GLASSES, GLOVES, ETC. WHEN PERFORMING THE FLUSHING AND FILTER INSTALLATION.

MATERIALS NEEDED

1 Quart of Automatic Transmission Fluid (Dexron II type)

ATF Oil Filter Kit, Part Number 31099AA370, which consists of the following parts:

1) Filter 5) Three (3) 10 mm x 30 mm bolts
2) Filter clamp protector 6) Five (5) hoses
3) Filter clamp bracket 7) Five (5) hose clamps
4) Band clamp (retainer) 8) Hose chafe protector


COOLER BACK FLUSHING PROCEDURE

ALWAYS FLUSH THE RADIATOR COOLER BEFORE INSTALLING THE FILTER KIT.

Do Not Bypass This Procedure.

a) Raise the vehicle and remove the 7 bolts, securing the front lower splash guard. Place a drain pan under the hoses to collect drained ATF.








b) Disconnect ATF cooler hose (A) and (B) from the steel pipes. (See Figure 1.)

c) Using a can of ATF and a funnel, fill cooler hose (B).

d) Cooler inlet hose (A) should be aimed down into the drain pan.








e) Apply compressed air into hose (B) using a safety blow gun to back flush the ATF cooler (required air pressure 57 lbs. or higher). Repeat this procedure three times or more as needed. (See Figure 2.)


PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILTER AND HOSE KIT







a) Remove and discard the cooler inlet and outlet hoses at the radiator. Remove the two hoses on the transmission side. Save the clamps for reuse, however, some new clamps may be required. Then remove and discard the three bolts securing the left tie down hook. (See Figure 3.)


FILTER BRACKET INSTALLATION

a) Place the tie-down hook back into position and install the filter bracket on top of the tie-down hook. Using the three "new" bolts supplied in the kit, secure the bracket and torque the bolts to 50 (ft.lbs.).


FILTER HOSE INSTALLATION







a) Install hose (D) on the "out" pipe of the filter and hose (C) onto the "in" pipe of the filter. Make sure the chafe protector is in its correct position. (See Figure 4.)


FILTER TO BRACKET INSTALLATION







a) Position the filter with the arrow pointing to the left frame rail. The outlet hose must be on top. Clamp the filter to the bracket and make sure the clamp is around the rubber protector on the filter. (See Figure 5.)


FILTER OUTLET HOSE TO COOLER INSTALLATION







a) Install hose (D) onto the cooler inlet pipe of the radiator. Secure the hose in the clip on the radiator. (See Figure 6.)


FILTER INLET HOSE TO TRANSMISSION PIPING INSTALLATION

a) Install hose (C) onto the transmission outlet pipe. (See Figure 6.)

b) Make sure the chafe protector is in its correct position over top of the lower radiator hose.


COOLER OUTLET BOSE TO TRANSMISSION PIPING INSTALLATION







a) Install the cooler outlet hose (B),from the radiator outlet pipe to the transmission inlet piping. Reuse the clip which holds the inlet and outlet hose together. (See Figure 7.)


TRANSMISSION SIDE INLET AND OUTLET HOSE INSTALLATION







a) Install the two remaining hoses on the inlet and outlet pipes on the transmission side. (See Figure 8.)


STARTING AND INSPECTION

a) Start the engine and inspect the filter and hoses for leak. Tighten the hose clamps as necessary. Also, make sure all hoses are not kinked or restricted in any way. Check the transmission oil level and add, if necessary.


sorry about the lack of images to back up the instructions let me know if you need any more i just picked one that shows how its routed

[mysvxrocks]

And here starts tomorrows big project!

Well, I did decide to put off the tranny filter for now. I just dont have the time to get it done right this second. But I will get the valve covers changed, fix the bad power steering line, and everything else! Im short a few quarts of oil in the picture, lol. But Im good with everything else!

Wish me luck, haha

-Dennis

[Subix]

Good luck! Hope it goes smoothly for you.

[WestCoastSVX]

So once you have this filter on, does it really never need changing? Mine's been on my car since the Subaru remanufactured tranny was installed under warranty 7 years ago. Are they really "lifetime maintenance free"?

[Suby Fan]

Originally Posted by MacGyver

So once you have this filter on, does it really never need changing? Mine's been on my car since the Subaru remanufactured tranny was installed under warranty 7 years ago. Are they really "lifetime maintenance free"?

according to the manual yes... but i would do it every 10 years or 100,000... aka every transmission..

[svxpert]

<<according to the manual yes... but i would do it every 10 years or 100,000... aka every transmission..>>

if anyone needs just the filter, i have about 5 brand new ones left at $10.00 each shipped to the 48 states. pm me for more info. thanks

[mysvxrocks]

Alright, so I got the valve covers and the bad power steering line fixed, and got the engine all cleaned up. Its still smoking..... Something is dripping down on to the passenger side exhaust near the back of the engine, its dripping right onto the O2 sensor.... Any ideas about where its leaking from now??? I cant see...

[WestCoastSVX]

Originally Posted by svxpert

<<according to the manual yes... but i would do it every 10 years or 100,000... aka every transmission..>>

if anyone needs just the filter, i have about 5 brand new ones left at $10.00 each shipped to the 48 states. pm me for more info. thanks

I ordered a couple of these from svxpert and got them the other day - great deal, thanks again!