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  • Dsun
    Grease Monkey
    • Jul 2011
    • 371

    #1

    transmission fill plug help

    Noob question: what kind of 17mm hex wrench/bit are you guys using to remove the fill plug on transmission? I got a 17mm 1/2 drive but its so large once I got it on my rachet I cant get it in place. Couldnt find any 3/8 hex bits. Also is there a real difference between allen and hex? both look the same to me...
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  • jeffw
    E30 Enthusiast
    • Sep 2008
    • 1087

    #2
    just use a 17 end wrench if you can get it in t here and its not fun at all

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    • jlevie
      R3V OG
      • Nov 2006
      • 13530

      #3
      I use a short piece of 17mm hex that I cut from a allen wrench. Slip it into the drain plug and use a 17mm six-point box end wrench. If the plug hasn't been out recently you may need a cheater.
      The car makes it possible, but the driver makes it happen.
      Jim Levie, Huntsville, AL

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      • scottinAZ
        E30 Fanatic
        • Dec 2009
        • 1312

        #4
        I do similar to Jlevie. I have the 17mm hex bit from Vatozone, and like you its too long on the ratchet. Solution is to stick a long handled 17 box end on the hex bit and have at it. works a treat.
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        • MR 325
          Moderator
          • Oct 2003
          • 37825

          #5
          You can also drop the trans brace and you'll be able to fit the ratchet.
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          • reelizmpro
            R3V OG
            • Dec 2003
            • 9446

            #6
            17mm hex socket with 17mm open end wrench worked for me when I didn't have the proper tool. I have since ordered the "VW" trans plug tool for $3.99 from Autozone. It's a short 3/8's to 17mm hex socket.
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            • Dsun
              Grease Monkey
              • Jul 2011
              • 371

              #7
              thanks guys, i will look for this 3.99 trans plug. If not then ill try end of the wrench.

              What do you mean by "i might need a cheater" jlevie?
              Had a smooth purchase transaction with me?
              Please share your feedback

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              • davem
                Mod Crazy
                • Jun 2010
                • 705

                #8
                Originally posted by Dsun
                thanks guys, i will look for this 3.99 trans plug. If not then ill try end of the wrench.

                What do you mean by "i might need a cheater" jlevie?
                something to give you more leverage

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                • E30_Pare
                  R3V OG
                  • Oct 2008
                  • 7801

                  #9
                  I'm using a 17mm allen tool with my jack handle for a breaker bar.

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                  • AndrewBird
                    The Mad Scientist
                    • Oct 2003
                    • 11892

                    #10
                    I made a tool by welding a nut with a 17mm hex to a cheapy 3/8" drive socket. One of the many tools I've made instead of bought.

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