Automatic transmission fluid overfill, how do I drain some out?

Tiny
RYDER1477
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 188,000 MILES
To make a long story short, I had a leak coming from the oil cooler line coming off the radiator, I fixed it and the leak is gone. But during this period, I had to keep filling it up with fluid because it was close to dry many times.
Upon checking today, I have no leaks but am way overfilled with ATF.
How can I drain some out?
Friday, December 27th, 2024 AT 2:47 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Sure, it is not too bad to let the excess fluid out just loosen the transmission fluid pan and it will start leaking. Use a fluid catch basin to catch the fluid. You may want to replace the gasket and filter as long as you are there. Also, I have seen people use a fluid extractor with a thin tube and feed it down the dip stick tube and suck it out that way as well.

This guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-service-an-automatic-transmission

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Saturday, December 28th, 2024 AT 11:29 AM

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