Driveway Mechanic Series · Parts list

Parts for Change the Damn Transmission Fluid

Every part and tool from the field guide, with a fit check. Tools have exact part numbers; wear parts are matched by VIN or the old part. Check the fit before you buy. Back to the guide

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PARTS + FLUID

Transmission fluid named for my VIN

Part no.the exact spec in the owner's manual (for example Honda ATF DW-1, Hyundai SP-IV, Nissan NS-3 CVT)

✓ How to check fitOnly the fluid the owner's manual or the dealer names for my VIN. A 'universal' bottle is not a match unless the vehicle maker approves it.

Where to buy

United StatesRockAuto (catalog by vehicle) · lookup by year/make/model/engine; the dealer parts counter by VIN works too; checked 2026-10-07View at RockAuto (catalog by vehicle) — Transmission fluid named for my VIN (opens in a new tab)

Drain-plug crush washer (and check-plug washer)

Part no.match by VIN

✓ How to check fitNew every time the plug comes out (my practice); the service manual for my VIN says whether the maker calls for new or reusable.

Where to buy

United StatesRockAuto (catalog by vehicle) · lookup by year/make/model/engine; the dealer parts counter by VIN works too; checked 2026-10-07View at RockAuto (catalog by vehicle) — Drain-plug crush washer (and check-plug washer) (opens in a new tab)

Pan gasket and filter kit

Part no.match by VIN

✓ How to check fitOnly if the maker's schedule calls for a filter, or the pan gasket leaks.

Where to buy

United StatesRockAuto (catalog by vehicle) · lookup by year/make/model/engine; the dealer parts counter by VIN works too; checked 2026-10-07View at RockAuto (catalog by vehicle) — Pan gasket and filter kit (opens in a new tab)

TOOLS BORROW WHAT YOU CAN

TEKTON 3/8 in drive electronic torque wrench, 10–100 ft-lb

Part no.TRQ81122

✓ How to check fitDrain and check plugs to the maker's number; small pan bolts are often in in-lb and need a smaller wrench. Parts stores often lend one against a deposit.

Where to buy

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United StatesTEKTON · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at TEKTON — TEKTON 3/8 in drive electronic torque wrench, 10–100 ft-lb (opens in a new tab)

Big Red 3-ton jack stands (one matched pair, rated per pair, for one end of the vehicle)

Part no.T43002

✓ How to check fitRated per matched pair for one end of the vehicle (Torin manual). One end only; a level check is done on level ground or a shop lift.

Where to buy

United StatesTorin (maker) · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Torin (maker) — Big Red 3-ton jack stands (one matched pair, rated per pair, for one end of the vehicle) (opens in a new tab)

The basics (any sound ones)

Part no.drain pan with quart marks, long-spout funnel, red squeeze-bulb hand pump, wheel chocks, floor jack, nitrile gloves, safety glasses

✓ How to check fitNo brand needed; what each one does is on .

Where to buy

United StatesAny auto parts store (O'Reilly tool loaner program shown) · basics are sold at any parts store; loaner page checked 2026-10-07View at Any auto parts store (O'Reilly tool loaner program shown) — The basics (any sound ones) (opens in a new tab)

Fit notes are guidance, not a guarantee. Confirm with your VIN, the old part or the maker's catalogue before you buy. Prices and stores change. Edition 1.0 · 2026-10-07