Where is the transmission filter located?

2009 KIA OPTIMA
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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BADBRAD13
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I cannot find the transmission filter.
Apr 1, 2021 at 12:13 PM
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KASEKENNY
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The filter is inside the unit and only requires replacement when you are disassembling the unit.

If you look below, the filter is number 7. Also, I attached the process to service the fluid.

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

Let us know what questions you have with this. Thanks
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Apr 2, 2021 at 7:13 PM
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