J Rock
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- Cypress, CA
I know this topic has been discussed quite extensively but I havent been able to find specific details on my specific idea...for lack of a better word. My thoughts revolve around the pump inlet flush method, something that I can only find reference too when a machine is involved. I don’t have a transmission flush machine and quite frankly I have no expereince using any of those machines which is why I am reaching out for knowledge on this topic.
Alright, here's my DIY idea: Drain the fluid and pull the pan. Disconnect the cooler return line and route it to an empty container. Hook up a clear hose to the ATF pickup tube (not sure about this as I havent yet pulled the pan on this Jeep, not sure what it looks like inside the AW4) and route the hose to an ample supply of fresh ATF. I would also set up a container/catch tray under the transmission for the fluid that would normally be discharched back into the pan. I would think I would be able run the jeep and shift through the gears essentially using a new supply of ATF to flush out all the old fluid. It seems that this would basically provide the same results that a pump inlet flush machine would?
Now…what am I missing here? Im sure theres a reason why I havent read about this DIY method…. Any thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated...
I am also aware of the other methods that people have used with success but I really am only interested in peoples thoughts on this particular method.
Thanks guys!
Alright, here's my DIY idea: Drain the fluid and pull the pan. Disconnect the cooler return line and route it to an empty container. Hook up a clear hose to the ATF pickup tube (not sure about this as I havent yet pulled the pan on this Jeep, not sure what it looks like inside the AW4) and route the hose to an ample supply of fresh ATF. I would also set up a container/catch tray under the transmission for the fluid that would normally be discharched back into the pan. I would think I would be able run the jeep and shift through the gears essentially using a new supply of ATF to flush out all the old fluid. It seems that this would basically provide the same results that a pump inlet flush machine would?
Now…what am I missing here? Im sure theres a reason why I havent read about this DIY method…. Any thoughts on this would be greatly appreciated...
I am also aware of the other methods that people have used with success but I really am only interested in peoples thoughts on this particular method.
Thanks guys!