Transmission filter change

Tiny
STONEYRES
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  • 1999 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 142,657 MILES
I just got a transmission fluid flush a couple of weeks ago but they never changed the filter. How do I replace the filter and get a correct reading on how much fluid to put back in?
Monday, March 2nd, 2009 AT 7:23 PM

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Tiny
EUGENE123
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It looks like this vehicle uses a spin on filter, much like the engine oil filter. I'm not sure how they could have done a proper flush without changing the filter, but it is simply a spin off the old one, lube the new seal with old trans fluid and spin new one on hand tight plus about 1/2 turn. Fluid loss should be minimal, you may need to top it off

See the guide below, it will help you out

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission
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Tuesday, March 31st, 2009 AT 11:10 PM
Tiny
SUBLIMEPOMONA
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  • 2001 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
Transmission problem
2001 Mitsubishi Mirage 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

where is the filter spicificly located?
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Sunday, November 11th, 2018 AT 7:49 AM (Merged)
Tiny
BLUELIGHTNIN6
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The tranny filter is located behind the tranny pan of the transmission. You will need to drain all of the transmission fluid before you take the pan off
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Sunday, November 11th, 2018 AT 7:49 AM (Merged)
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WLLWCRK
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I took the tranny pan off of my 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage. Its not there, nor is there a place for it. Where specifically is the transmission filter
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Sunday, November 11th, 2018 AT 7:50 AM (Merged)

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