how do i change gearbox oil?

how do I change the gearbox oil in my Vauxhall astra 1.6 sxi year 2002

eddy
July 2011

1: Take off oil filler cap on top of engine
2: Get under the car with your socket and undo the sump plug (bolt on the sump! on botom of engine!)
3: Put your tub under and let the oil drain out.
4: Undo oil filter (thing that looks like a can) probably need to use a filter remover
5: Put on your NEW oil filter, remember to smear the rubber seal with engine oil and screw on hand tight
6: Put your sump plug back on now that your empty (a bit of plumbers tape round the plug won't go amiss but not really needed if not available)
7: Fill with new oil to MAX on dipstick (the mark between MIN and MAX is usually 1 litre)
8: Start engine for about 5 mins, check oil level and top up if needed
9: Nothing...thats it!! piece of p*ss! ;-)

TamTheBam
January 2005