Removal Procedure
- Remove the oil indicator from the filler tube.
 
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to 
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
 in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
 
- Remove the retaining nut from the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
 
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to 
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
 in General Information.
 
- Remove the lower retaining bolt at the base of the filler tube.
 
- Remove the fluid filler tube.
 
- Remove the fluid filler tube seal.
 
Installation Procedure
Important: Do NOT place the fluid filler tube seal on the fluid filler tube when installing the tube or damage to the seal will result.
- Install the fluid filler tube seal in the transaxle.
 
- Position the fluid filler tube into the transaxle.
 
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the fluid filler tube bracket bolt through the fluid filler tube bracket.
 
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 13 N·m (115 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
 
-  At the top of the filler tube Install the retaining nut to the filler tube the EGR at the top of the filler tube.
 
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to 
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
 in Engine Controls - 3.5L (LX9).
 
- Inspect for proper fluid level.
 
- Inspect for fluid leaks.