transmission filter help

Frank Romano · 01-15-2005, 07:21 PM

I have a 1998 v6 mustang with a 4 speed automatic transmission. I was changing the filter today and found a round plastic ball (1/2 inch dia. or so) with a rod sticking out of one end. It looks like the ball has an o-ring recessed into it. Since it was lying in the oil pan when I pulled it I have no idea where it went. Can anyone help me? A picture or diagram would be really helpful.
Thanks, Frank

Maroon 5.0 LX · 01-16-2005, 09:15 AM

That is a plug the factory installs in the dip stick hole upon assembly of the transmission to keep dirt out. When the dipstick is installed, they just push the plug into the pan.

I serves no purpose after that.

01-15-2005, 07:21 PM	#1
Frank Romano Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 1	transmission filter help I have a 1998 v6 mustang with a 4 speed automatic transmission. I was changing the filter today and found a round plastic ball (1/2 inch dia. or so) with a rod sticking out of one end. It looks like the ball has an o-ring recessed into it. Since it was lying in the oil pan when I pulled it I have no idea where it went. Can anyone help me? A picture or diagram would be really helpful. Thanks, Frank

01-16-2005, 09:15 AM	#2
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	Re: transmission filter help That is a plug the factory installs in the dip stick hole upon assembly of the transmission to keep dirt out. When the dipstick is installed, they just push the plug into the pan. I serves no purpose after that. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

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