~ Used the fluid extractor and got 4.5L out...that math doesn't work if there are still 3qt. left in the TC.
~ Dropped the aluminum frame-loom holding the O2 sensor cables
~ Removed screw holding the cover for the TCU cable. Rotated plastic collar to release the cable.
~ Used 7 (or 6)mm to loosen the center bolt on the cable adaplor and removed the adaptor.(spotted..(saw, looked at, observed..for the foreigners..) the red "O" ring).
~ Used electronic cleaner to dissipate the T-fluid and dried the parts.
~ Observed 2 "O"rings before re-installation, as well as the orientation of the pin slots. Tightened the center retaining bolt without overtightening, while pushing to seat the new O-rings.
~ PROBLEM ROTATING PLASTIC COLLAR INTO LOCKING POSITION. After inserting the cable and attempting to rotate the collar from an 8:00 o'clock position (fully released) to the 12:00 o'clock position (locked), I saw the cable plug pulling in as I rotated the collar, but she stopped turning at approx. 11:00, and I didn't feel it click.
~ Observed on the bottom of the transmission casing, just towards the rear of the two rectangular plastic covers, what appeared to be a threaded hole about an inch in diameter, leading to nowhere.?? It looked to be a place for a plug of some sort, but had none and was grimy. Any ideas?
~ New alternator on the way. Can't do much till it gets here...Guess I'll get back on the Vega GT....guages circuit blowing fuse with dash harness disconnected...