TransTech III Manual
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1. W WARNING Exhaust gases moving parts hot surfaces are present during and after the vehicle s engine is running 2 Head and understand the operator s manual before using the TRANSTECH Service system 3 When using petroleum products always refer to the MSDS sheets and manufacturer s instructions for the proper procedure to handle emergency medical treatment cleanup handling and storage requirements 4 Improper use of the TRANSTECH Transmission Service System or exposure to exhaust gases can cause injury 5 Spilled transmission fluid on an engine can ignite 6 Avoid exposure to flames sparks hot engine parts and other ignition sources Always keep fully charge fire extinguisher nearby The extinguisher should have a class B rating and be suitable for gasoline chemical and electrical fires 8 Cleanup any oil spills immediately 9 Dispose of contaminated cleanup material according to governing environmental laws 10 Never look directly into the air induction plenum or carburetor throat when the engine is operating 11 Always verify hose connections to the transmission s oil cooler lines before starting the vehicle s engine 12 Explosion or flame or exposure to flammable liquid and vapors can cause injury 13 Flammable liquid transmission fluid can splash out of reservoir when filling or when unit is being moved 14 Always keep Reservoir Cap secure except when filling reservoir 15 Explosion or flame can ca2. Overview This manual contains all the information you need to use the TRANSTECH III system Please make sure all technicians using the unit read this manual and have it within easy reach whenever the unit is being used The following is a quick reference to the information in this manual System Features and Functions This chapter describes the TRANSTECH III Transmission Service System s Switches Lights and Connections Safety Information Adhere to the safety guidelines in this chapter at all times Before You Begin Follow the instructions in this chapter before using the unit for the first time Service Procedure This chapter contains step by step setup and service procedure for using the unit to drain the vehicle s transmission oil pan and or to exchange the fluid completely Frequently Asked Questions Contains helpful information to common questions Troubleshooting and Additional Help Turn to this chapter in the unlikely event you have problems with your TRANSTECH III system or need additional help Appendices Maintenance Accessories and Parts The appendices contain information regarding cleaning the filter screen viewing available accessories and replacement parts M 2 infoQmotorvac com www motorvac com System Features and Functions The front of the TRANSTECH III cabinet contains the control panel the fluid fill neck for adding new transmis sion fluid and the fluid level windows TransTech IN i
3. Does the TransTech Ill generate pressure that could damage a vehicle in any way The Trans Tech Ill is designed to match the vehicle s rate of flow and will not harm any vehicle s transmission This unique patented feature is found only on Trans Tech units 13 info motorvac com www motorvac com Maintenance Procedures The following maintenance procedures should be performed on a routine basis 1 Carefully clean the exterior with a soft cloth to keep the cabinet looking new Check the cabinet for dents or impact markings if found inspect for damaged components 2 Check all hoses and wires for cuts or frays 3 Clean the unit s filter screens after every 100 services or 6 months which ever comes first Cleaning the Unit s Filter 1 Disconnect power harness from power source 2 Remove the eight Phillip head screws from the unit s back panel Unsnap the lamp from back panel and set back panel aside 3 Locate the bell shaped plastic filter housing found at the top of each tank A clear plastic 2 hose runs from each filter housing to a pump NOTE Clean one filter at a time 4 Remove the lock clip from the bell shaped plastic filter Hold the bottom half of the filter while rotating the top half of the filter counter clockwise until the four lock tabs clear Then separate the two pieces by lift ing up the top half of the filter 5 Use a fine pick or bent pin to pull screen away from the filter housing Clean scre
4. Verify that the tank filter screen has recently been cleaned Refer to the maintenance log in to view dates of services performed 5 When first connected to a battery all the unit s Verify good battery voltage 12 5 volts and lights remain on and gives a steady tone connection Unit will not operate off a booster pack Connect to a new fully charged battery and try again Check wiring for damage 6 Unit will not start Light LED on below the fill Check for residual pressure on the gauge Pressure switch in the dirty hose or defective pressure switch or wiring MEME N 15 info motorvac com www motorvac com Error Alerts The IransTech III has been designed to stop the service and alert the operator in certain instances if the unit is not functioning properly See below for details Alert Notification Hardware Recovery Troubleshooting steps Fill Error The alarm sounds There is a hardware or Empty the Clean ATF Press STOP button to software problem that tank on the TransTech silence the buzzer The following LEDs has caused the unit Ill before attempting flash FILL to lose track of how another exchange Due to the probability much fluid is in the of an overfill condition Clean Tank Note Do not leave oil the unit cannot recover standing above the O from this error This alert prevents line of the clean tank Reset the unit to the unit from overfill for extended periods attempt further ing
5. 060 2065 hose ADAPTER TRANS BMW 14 MM MALE BMW 060 2070 060 2075 Adapter Trans BMW M18 x 1 5 M BMW 060 2075 060 2070 Adapter Trans BMW M18 x 1 5 F BMW Saab Citroen Lancia al 060 2080 Adapter Trans Saab Citroen Lancia M14 x 1 5 M 060 2090 Adapter Trans Fiat M12 x 1 75M Fiat 060 2095 060 2105 Adapter Trans Audi M22 x 1 5 M Audi 060 2105 060 2095 Adapter Trans Audi M22 x 1 5 F 105 Audi i info motorvac com www motorvac com TransTech System Accessories 0 060 2110 Adapter Trans Opel Corsa Opel Corsa 060 2300 14 mm Female 060 2402 14mm x 1 5 Banjo 060 2300 060 2700 16mm x 1 5 Bubble Flare Euro Asia Vehicles 060 2600 European Vehicles 060 2700 Union M 14mm X 16mm mmm ans WWW 060 2740 060 2402 14mm x 1 5 Banjo Bolt 060 2741 060 2740 14mm Washer O 060 2740 14mm x 1 5 Cap Nut 90 061 0605 060 3800 061 0005 optional 45 SAE Flare European Vehicles 060 4200 060 1400 5 16 Male Tube with Locking Quick Connect 060 4300 060 1500 3 8 Male Tube with Locking Quick Connect DODGE DIESEL ALLISON 540 European Vehicles Euro Asia Vehicles Use with 060 2402 Euro Asia Vehicles 060 2742 Euro Asia Vehicles Dodge Ford Vehicles Dodge Ford Vehicles DODGE DIESEL 061 0008 ALLISON 540 DODGE DIESEL ALLISON 634 DODGE DIESEL ALLISON 634 061 0010 062 0140 061 0605 060 3800 5 SAE
6. III System is a self contained system designed to connect to any automatic transmission through its cooling system lines Once the unit is connected it can be used to drain the fluid from the ve hicle s transmission for filter replacement and or to completely exchange the transmission fluid with new fluid without removing the vehicle s transmission fluid pan With the engine idling the unit will receive the used fluid expelled by the vehicle s transmission fluid pump through one of the hoses connected to the transmission cooling system and supplies new fluid through the second hose connected to the other side of the disconnected transmission cooling line It is recommended that a vehicle s transmission lubrication system according to the vehicle owner s manual to obtain the highest lubricant protection to reduce friction from internal transmission components and thus increase the efficiency and life span of the transmission Please study this Operators Manual to become thoroughly familiar with the TRANSTECH III Transmission Service System IMPORTANT The TRANSTECH III Transmission Service System is designed to work EXCLUSIVELY with transmission fluid and MotorVac brand chemicals Any operational failure through the use of other products except automatic transmission fluid in the TRANSTECH III System voids the manufacturer s warranty See warranty card for details MEENMNMKKMKKRMMNNMNWGOUUNN ON 1 info motorvac com www motorvac com
7. MODE at the end of service e Push FILL button after service is complete or COMPLETE light is on see step below Fluid will flow into the vehicle s transmission only as long as button is pushed LOW CLEAN FLUID LIGHT e he light will be on when the clean fluid tank is empty down to the zero mark COMPLETE LIGHT e he COMPLETE light will turn on at end of service The unit will automatically revert to bypass mode ENGINE START LIGHT The light will flash if the engine needs to be started or if fluid flow needs increased The light will be on solid when the engine is running indicating good flow from the vehicle ENGINE STOP LIGHT The light will flash if the engine needs to be stopped turned off After the engine is stopped turned off the light will be on steady EMPTY WASTE LIGHT e Aflashing empty waste LED after an exchange is complete or before one has began indicates that there is fluid in the waste tank If the EMPTY WASTE button is pushed at this time the unit will empty the waste tank to the zero line Note It is not necessary to empty the Waste Tank before perform ing an exchange If beginning an exchange with fluid in the waste tank ensure that there is less fluid in the clean tank than the remaining capacity of the waste tank Failure to do so will result in Waste Tank overflowing STOP SWITCH e Will turn off an alarm without stopping the machine when an alarm is sounding during the CHANGE FLUID mode w
8. vehicle has at least 1 8 tank of fuel before beginning this process IMPORTANT Do not perform the transmission service if the vehicle s engine oil or coolant level is low If necessary add motor oil and or coolant Do not perform service if new transmission fluid is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit WARNING Flammable Liquid can squirt out of pressurized lines when connecting or disconnecting Verify that engine and machine are both off before connecting or disconnecting cooler lines or adapters Wear safety goggles Wear chemical resistant gloves when connecting or disconnecting fittings and adapters Wrap a shop towel around pressure fittings and adapters when disconnecting Avoid exposure to flames sparks hot engine parts and other ignition sources Explosion or flame or exposure to flammable liquid and vapors can cause injury Warning t is not necessary to empty the waste tank before beginning an exchange If beginning an exchange with fluid in the waste tank ensure that there is less fluid in the clean tank than the remaining capacity of the waste tank Failure to do so will result in waste tank overflowing 1 Add the correct amount of automatic transmission fluid into the TRANSTECH S clean tank reservoir See chart APPROXIMATED FLUSH CHART 4 Cylinder vehicle 10 12 quarts 6 Oylinder vehicle 12 14 quarts 8 Oylinder vehicle 14 16 quarts NOTE Quantity of fluid used per vehicle may vary depending on the condition of the fl
9. x 6 SAE Union European Vehicles 061 1008 4 10x48 062 2040 1 2 Open End Hose 062 2060 062 0110 old 5 16 Male Flare Deep Ford Vehicles ALLISON TRANSMISSIONS Chrysler V 10 Diesel Use Volvo XC60 amp 70 062 0100 062 1034 062 0120 062 0130 old 3 8 Male Flare Deep Ford Vehicles 062 0140 061 0605 6 SAE Flare European Vehicles 062 0170 060 1700 5 16 Female Flare x 1 4 MPT 060 1800 3 8 Female Flare x 1 4 MPT 062 01200 62 0130 old 3 8 Female Flare Deep Ford Vehicles General Application 062 0180 General Application 062 1034 BMW Jaguar amp Mercedes 12 mm Male O Ring Type Flange Style 062 2000 062 2005 O Ring P N 080 3602 BMW Jaguar amp Mercedes 062 2005 062 2000 12mm Female Receptacle Flange Type nM 10mm Male O Ring Type Flange Style 062 2010 062 2015 O Ring P N 080 3402 062 2010 10mm Female Receptacle Flange Style 062 2020 BMW 14mm Male Chrysler V 10 Diesel Use with 061 1550 061 1550 1 2 Male Tube with Locking Quick Connect Volvo XC60 amp 70 062 1034 062 2040 062 2060 062 0130 old 3 8 Male Flare Deep Ford Vehicles 18 info motorvac com www motorvac com TransTech System Accessories Volvo 850 Application Volvo V 70 All Wheel Drive Male O Ring Type Flange Style Volvo 850 Application Volvo V 70 All Wheel Drive 062 2061 062 2062 O Ring P N 080 3602 Volvo 850 Application Volvo V 70 All Wh
10. 00 VAG Male Adapter 062 3000 062 3000 062 2095 VAG Female Adapter 062 2095 062 4301 Ford retaining clip 062 4400 Adapter Ford quick disconnect 1 062 4401 FORD 3 8 double bump U o c O Adapter Drain hook for oil flush 080 0592 080 0593 MQD X 1 4 FPT General Application 080 0593 Coupler MQD x 4 MPT Zp General Application 080 0594 080 0595 MQD X 3 8 FPT General application B 080 0595 080 0594 MQD X 3 8 MPT General application z 2 z 200 6101 General application 19 info motorvac com www motorvac com Appendix C Parts Service Parts for the TRANSTECH III Transmission System Please refer to the part numbers below when ordering parts Part Description 010 0027 Wheel 8 x 1 75 040 0604 Cap Nut 2 ID Push On 040 0507 Axle Bushing Black Nylon 010 5500 Axle Rear Wheels 2 x 20 875 lg 010 6100 Swivel caster 010 6101 Swivel caster with brake lock 010 5004 Hose bracket 010 5602 Adapter tray 010 1052 Bottle for adaptor tray 011 0003 Adapter Tray Assembly T TIV 040 1200 Screw 5 8 php x 6 for adapter box 040 2000 Flat washer 6 for adapter box 040 2200 Threaded Standoff for adapter box 010 6060 Reservoir cap 020 8043 Harness External Power 200 1604 Internal Light LED type 040 0613 Screw Phillips stainless steel 6 32 Rear panel 040 0623 Screw Allen Head 8 32 x 5 8 Control Panel 050 1000 Screen filter inli
11. 4 Do not contact hot surfaces such as manifolds pipes mufflers catalytic converters or radiators and hoses 3o Hot surfaces can cause injury 36 Catalytic converters become extremely hot 3 Do not park a converter equipped vehicle over dry grass leaves paper or any other flammable material 38 Do not touch a catalytic converter until the engine has been off for at least 45 minutes 39 Catalytic converters can cause burns 40 Cracked fan blade can become airborne 41 Examine fan blades for cracks If found do not service the vehicle 42 Flying objects can cause injury 43 Batteries produce explosive gases and can explode resulting in injury 44 Wear safety goggles when working on or near batteries 45 Use in a well ventilated area 46 Keep sparks and flames away from the battery and never lay tools equipment or other conductive objects on the battery 47 When is connecting to the battery make sure the unit s power switch is off Connect the positive lead of the unit to the positive lead battery first connect the negative lead of the unit to a solid ground point as far from the battery as possible 48 Keep battery acid away from skin or eyes In case of eye contact flush with clean water for 15 minutes and get medical attention 7 info motorvac com www motorvac com TransTech Ill Auto Prime Procedure For first time set up only Set Up Instructions 1 2 Check the output retu
12. E 7 O Lon H eel PLETE LC CLEAN ut MERE J Fare fr PP a di MOI 1 9 THE I TA R Ww y i Front View Control Panel Features and Functions Start Resume Begins service Starts exchanging new fluid for used fluid NOTE With DRAIN FILL and ENGINE START Fluid Exchange light on service is in progress Drains fluid from vehicle s transmission When performing filter change an alarm will sound when the transmission is empty Low Vehicle Fluid lluminates when fluid from the vehicle in service is low or empty D Complete Illuminates when service is complete or the stop button has been pressed Flashes when the vehicle s engine needs to be started Is on solid when the vehicle s engine is running and E Start Engine S di sufficient flow is seen from the transmission F Stop Enaine Flashes when the vehicle s engine needs to be stopped PEN Is on solid when the vehicle s engine is OFF G Fill Top Off Adds fluid to the transmission Low Clean Fluid Illuminates when clean fluid in the unit s clean tank is empty Sto Stops alarm if alarm is sounding P Pauses the service if alarm is not sounding Press Change Fluid button to resume service J Empty Waste Empties used waste fluid from unit s waste tank New Feature Whenever the Trans Tech is reset with fluid in the waste tank the Empty Waste LED will flash Note It is not necessary to empty the Waste Tank before performing an exchange If beginn
13. MOTORVAS TRANSTECH III Transmission Service System Part No 500 1100P USER MANUAL UNIT EQUIPPED WITH V 2 CONTROL BOARD C ISO 9001 CERTIFIED 1324 Blundell Rd Mississauga ON Tel 905 615 8620 Fax 905 615 9745 www motorvac com Table of Contents Page Produc 2 ainsi TED iaia rin Qi IRE System Features and Functions mh hh hene enne e enne nnne rhe nn 3 4 Front View Control Panel Features and Functions esses sep susc a issn TTC EE EE TE A EC EEE TTC T OTT TACO Gre grillaio rr D Safety Information and PIEGAUNONS pian 6 7 Trans Tech e EDO IE a tassa pibe be ER 8 BirciacuoccienMboaue imiee e CREO A 0 T T 9 12 FUMA O Pell ZIR e s E TIT Ee S TITS THe Hea O erra AAR E a E Troubleshooting and Additional Help ssssmrsesssrseesrrrrrssrrererrsrrrrrrrrrrrr rr arr rr RR KRA 14 Sune THT lt Was eenn e eT 16 18 Pola LS r nRqZOGZGBEODRREemq mlR1 Rl4 T T lt PwP gt _ P P V_W WWEWE E EWE E _ lt mmTmTTmtt info motorvac com www motorvac com Introduction Congratulations on your selection of the TRANSTECH III Transmission Service System By choosing this product you are acquiring the most technologically advanced method available for automatic transmission service and fluid exchange The TRANSTECH
14. be used for each service The TransTech Ill takes the amount of new fluid in the clean tank flushes it through the trans mission and returns an equal amount of old used fluid in the unit s waste tank leaving the transmission with all new clean fluid at the same level it started with Reference the chart on page 4 3 step 1 4 What should I do when the machine will not perform a service If you are still unable to correct the problem call MotorVac Technical Support at 1 800 841 8810 for assistance 5 Do I have to monitor the TransTech III during a service Although the Trans Tech Ill is designed to free up the operator s time it is advisable to remain within earshot of the unit to monitor any warning beeps should they occur 6 On what vehicles can the TransTech Ill be used Any vehicle with transmission cooler lines that will allow the unit to adapt to it Bear in mind that the unit is not designed to service large heavy duty vehicles such as buses and large trucks with Allison transmissions etc The Industrial Trans Tech should be used on these larger ve hicles Medium duty trucks vans amp smaller busses may be used with the TransTech Ill by using the optional flow control adapter p n 200 6100 By controlling the higher flow rate going into the TransTech the machine is capable of performing the normal service procedure The Irans Tech IIl pump will pump about 1 gallon per minute with ATF of 50 degrees or warmer 7
15. d level Feel the hoses for heat Heat in both hoses will verify good bypass flow from vehicle through the unit and back to vehicle Transmission fluid will automatically circulate in bypass mode until service is begun Press the CHANGE FLUID button The ENGINE START light will be on solid as will the DRAIN amp FILL lights indicating that the service is in progress Pressure reading on the gauge may drop slightly but there should still be pressure reading on the gauge If the gauge drops to zero when the service is started you may have the service hoses hooked up backwards If no bypass flow is indicated DO NOT BEGIN SERVICE If the ENGINE START light is still flashing after the CHANGE FLUID button is pressed bypass flow has not been achieved VERIFY good bypass flow before beginning service Be aware of Low Flow Vehicles Toyota Chrysler Mitsubishi Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger need to be in neutral with engine rpm held at 1800 the entire service Feel both lines for heat before pressing the CHANGE FLUID button Bypass flow must be achieved by performing one or more of the following procedures a b or c Also see troubleshooting section page 24 for additional bypass flow information a Verify that the vehicle s parking brake is set and then place the gear lever in neutral b Accelerate and hold the vehicle s engine steady at approximately 1 800 RPM C Verify that the vehicle s parking brake is set press and hold the vehicle
16. eel Drive Female receptacle Flange Style 062 2062 062 2061 Volvo 850 Application Volvo V 70 All Wheel Drive Volvo S Series Application Volvo V amp XC O ring P N 080 2326 Volvo S Series Application 062 2063 062 2064 Male O Ring Type Push Lock Style Volvo S Series Application Volvo S Series Application Volvo V amp XC 062 2064 062 2063 Female Receptacle Push Lock Style Note The center hole is 24 ID x 20 thread pitch Note O Ring is not included with adapter Please remove o ring from the old filter and install in the adapter ALLISON 1000 or SATURN with SPIN ON TRANSMISSION FILTER GM 95 and newer OPEL Insignia Mercedes Chrysler 300C with Hemi 5 7 Liter Engine 05 062 2065 060 1500 062 2066 062 2050 old 3 8 Male Tube with Locking Quick Connect ALLISON 1000 DURAMAX Female O Ring Type Flange Style 062 2068A 062 2069 ALLISON 1000 DURAMAX Male Receptacle Flange Type 062 2069 062 2068A 062 2070 062 2071 Adapter Fem 2004 F350 Diesel 2004 F350 Diesel 062 2071 Adapter Male 2004 F350 Diesel 062 2070 Male 2004 F350 Diesel Mercedes Mercedes 062 2072 062 2073 062 2074 MERCEDES BENZ en 062 2073 MERCEDES BENZ ADAPTER TRANS PSA HEAT EXCH SMALL 062 2074 062 2080 062 2080 Peugeot and Cito n Citroen XM co a 062 2085 ADAPTER TRANS CITROEN HT EXCH gt ADAPTER TRANS PSA HEAT EXCH LGE 062 2090 062 2090 062 2095 062 30
17. en 6 Assemble in reverse order NOTE Use caution not to pinch O ring on reassembly 7 Enter initials date and a check mark in the appropriate boxes of the Maintenance Record section of this user manual 14 info motorvac com www motorvac com Troubleshooting and Additional Help Refer to the list below troubleshooting assistance Problem Possible Cause 1 Unit does not power up No LED s are Polarity is reversed on vehicle battery connection illuminated Check connection to battery for a loose condition Circuit breaker may be tripped Automatic reset Faulty battery 2 Start light does not stop blinking when the Observe pressure gauge to see if fluid pressure is engine is started reaching the machine CLEAN FLUID and Inlet hose may be reversed Vehicle may have to be placed in neutral to achieve pressure Vehicle may be of a low pressure design or have a thermostat 3 Fluid is not going into the Waste tank during If the DRAIN LED is on indicating unit should be inline service draining and there is pressure reading on the gauge but no fluid is going into the waste tank then the solenoid valve is not switched Solenoid requires a good 12 volts Low battery voltage defective power cable or poor wiring connector between the board and solenoid can cause this problem 4 The unit performs poorly
18. ght will be flashing NOTE The ENGINE START light must always be flashing before starting engine 6 Start the vehicle s engine Note the direction of flow of the dirty fluid slightly open the valve if necessary from the cooler lines right or left side of the adapter After determining direction of flow rotate the valve handle 90 OPEN Transmission flow is now in the closed loop or bypass mode and fluid is circulating from the vehicle through the H adapter and back to the vehicle 7 Attach the units hose marked DIRTY OIL to the fitting of the H adapter that indicated flow from the vehicle dirty side Attach the hose marked CLEAN OIL to the side of the adapter that indicated flow to the vehicle Must use male to male liquid adaptor Once unit s lines are connected to the H adapter CLOSE the H adapter valve handle See photo above The unit is now in bypass mode fluid flowing from the vehicle thru the TransTech unit and back to the vehicle and is ready to begin service L 10 info motorvac com www motorvac com Transmission Service Procedure Cont d 8 With the vehicle s engine still running the ENGINE START light should be ON solid The PRESSURE GAUGE will be reading the amount of pressure coming from the vehicle Check the transmission flui
19. hen pushed only once e Will pause the service and revert the system to bypass mode and hold the fluid level memory when pushed without the alarm sounding Press the CHANGE FLUID button to resume service E IEEE 5 info motorvac com www motorvac com Theory of Operations SPECIAL CONTROL FEATURES PRESS AND HOLD MODES Press and hold these buttons for five seconds to enable special functions RESET MACHINE press and hold STOP button for 5 seconds will cause a reset of the control board This will do the same as disconnecting the power cord MANUAL EMPTY WASTE Press and hold the EMPTY WASTE button for 5 seconds to enable manual control of the waste pump The alarm will sound after the 5 seconds release the switch and the empty waste light will come on The waste pump can then be started and stopped by touching the empty waste switch MANUAL DRAIN amp FILL Press and hold the CHANGE FLUID button for 5 seconds The unit will beep indicating the machine is in manual mode The DRAIN amp FILL buttons are now active Press and hold to activate function When the button is released the drain or fill function will stop Safety Information and Precautions DANGER Vehicle exhaust gases contain Carbon Monoxide which is a colorless and odorless lethal gas 2 Only run engines in well ventilated areas and avoid breathing exhaust gases 3 Extended breathing of exhaust gases will cause serious injury or death
20. ing an ex change with fluid in the waste tank ensure that there is less fluid in the clean tank than the remaining capacity of the waste tank Failure to do so will result in Waste Tank overflowing e info motorvac com www motorvac com System Features and Functions Cont d Right Side Features A Output Hose Connects to the transmission s cooling system Secures the unit s output hose connection to the B Quick Coupler adapter connected to the vehicle s transmission cooling system dentifies the unit s model and specific C Serial Plate manufacturer s production number tt D Battery Cables Positive red and negative black battery connections Left Side Features A Adapter Tray Stores machine s service adapters Is inserted into the shops fluid recycling B Disposal Hose container or into a suitable container for proper disposal of used transmission fluid Secures the unit s Return hose connection C Quick Coupler to the adapter connected to the vehicle s transmission s cooling system illi ission fluid int D Fill Neck Cap a for filling new transmission fluid into unit s clean tank E Return Hose Connects transmission through its cooling system Prevents excessive drainage from waste hose opens automatically when EMPTY WASTE button is pushed F Disposal Hose Check Valve 4 info motorvac com www motorvac com Theory of Operations Descriptions of the various operations contr
21. it will not let you start the service 49 info motorvac com www motorvac com Frequently Asked Questions 1 How is the CLEAN FLUID tank completely emptied in order to change fluid type The TransTech Ill clean tank can be completely emptied First connect the positive battery cable to a battery s positive post Connect the negative battery cable to the battery s negative post Install an adapter into the unit s clean side hose Insert the hose with adapter into a suit able container and tip the unit back slightly Press and hold the CHANGE FLUID button for five seconds DRAIN and FILL lights will blink Control board is now in manual mode Press the FILL button The pump will run until you release the FILL button 2 The TransTech Ill seems to take longer to perform a service than when it was new If it appears that a service now takes longer replace the in line filter located in the DIRTY hose assembly Check the cleanable screen filter clean fluid tank located inside the machine This is accessed by removing the screws from the belt line between the upper cabinet and the lower cabinet Remove the fluid tank cap Then carefully tip the top cabinet toward the front The cap is hinged at the front The tank filters are located at the back on the siphon tubes between the two pumps 3 How does the TransTech Ill know how much fluid to put into a vehicle It is up to the operator to determine the amount and type of fluid to
22. lter is to be replaced perform the following steps a Follow steps 1 thru 7 then press the DRAIN button on the unit s control panel Let the engine run until the unit s alarm sounds and the LOW VEHICLE FLUID and ENGINE STOP and ENGINE START lights are flashing This means that the transmission has emptied most of the fluid from the transmission s fluid pan Stop engine Press the STOP button once to cancel alarm NOTE Do not disconnect the power cord from the battery or move the Trans Tech once the service has begun CAUTION Do not let the engine run for more than one minute after the Low Vehicle Fluid light has lit Letting the transmission run for an extended period of time without fluid can cause serious damage to internal components b Replace or clean the vehicle s transmission fluid filter and reinstall the transmission s oil pan following outside manufacturer s recommendations C Press the CHANGE FLUID button The unit will begin filling the vehicle s transmission corresponding to the amount of fluid previously emptied into the unit s WASTE tank d When the pan has been refilled the START light will flash and the alarm will sound until the vehicles engine is started and pressure is registered on the gauge The pump will be stopped until the Start light changes to solid After the START light changes to solid the DRAIN and FILL lights will be on The fluid exchange process is then restarted and the exchange will continue until
23. ne v MPT Pp 200 8665 Output Return hose assembly Clear braided ONE 080 0236 Female Quick Disconnect m barb Brass 080 6009 Hose Clamp Crimp Style Steel 200 8612 Disposal hose assembly 050 1928 Filter for Dirty hose assembly Wix 33097 200 9001 Pressure Gauge Assembly 0 160 psi 050 001 1 Gauge Only 050 1915 Lens Only 200 8906 Quick Reference Card 200 3100A Adapter Kit Standard 200 3101A Adapter Kit Deluxe 200 8643 Assembly Check Valve Clean Pump T TII 030 0055 Ball Valve 1 4FNPT Brass Chrome Plated ORDERING PARTS Parts for the unit may be ordered by calling MotorVac Customer Service at 800 841 8810 or 714 558 4822 Please have your model and serial numbers available www motorvac com info motorvac com r E rrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrrr 1 amp 1 t 14 lt _ _T UEAOAPOAOAODNROHA TOTMTIITTU eP LL 20 info motorvac com www motorvac com r rrrrrrrrr r rrrr_r_r_1__ __ P t DI info motorvac com www motorvac com ZIM10 00290 Revo 1324 Blundell Rd Mississauga ON Tel 905 615 8620 Fax 905 615 9745 www motorvac com
24. ol buttons and indicators that make up the control panel are listed below OFF MODE e When the unit is connected to power an alarm will sound indicating power up all LED s will flash on and off and then the ENGINE START light will be flashing e When the vehicle is started the fluid and pressure from the vehicle should have reached the machine and the ENGINE START light will go steady on and the gauge will indicate the pressure coming in from the vehicle It is now ready to begin a service if there is fluid in the clean fluid tank SERVICE MODES e Push DRAIN button to perform a drain pan service on vehicle The unit will automatically route the used fluid from the vehicle s transmission into the unit s waste tank until the transmission is empty and the pressure drops Push CHANGE FLUID button to perform a fluid exchange The unit will route the used fluid from the vehicle s transmission into the unit s waste tank and supply an equal amount of new fluid from the unit s clean tank into the transmission During the service the ENGINE START lights will be on steady The DRAIN and FILL lights may go on and off periodically as the unit controls the fluid level in the vehicle DRAIN MODE at the end of service e After service is complete COMPLETE light is on if the transmission level needs to be lowered push the DRAIN button Fluid will drain only as long as the button is pressed flow will stop when the button is released FILL TOP OFF
25. rn hoses battery connections and all external components for damage Fill the CLEAN FLUID tank with approximately 6 quarts 5 7 liters of new ATF Connect two compatible adapters to each other secure tightly Attach the CLEAN FLUID amp INLINE RETURN hoses together using the connected adapters Ensure that both hoses have no kinks or visual damage Place the waste hose into the clean tank fill neck with the ball valve open Attach the units red battery clip to vehicle s positive battery terminal connect the black battery clip to a solid ground point as far from the battery as possible Press and hold the CHANGE FLUID button for 5 seconds until the unit sounds the alarm The FILL and DRAIN LEDs will flash Press and hold the CHANGE FLUID button again for 5 seconds until the unit sounds the alarm The DRAIN FILL and COMPLETE LEDs will cycle in a clockwise direction while the unit is performing the Auto Prime procedure The unit will pump fluid from the clean tank to the waste tank The unit will then set the waste tank zero level by pumping fluid from the waste tank into the clean tank Return the hoses to their original location The initial setup is complete WASTE HOSE INLIME CLEAN RETURN HOSE FLUID HOSE N MOI gt FLOW 8 info motorvac com www motorvac com Transmission Service Procedure Follow the steps below to connect the unit to the vehicle s transmission cooler lines Make sure the
26. s foot brake firmly then place the gear lever in drive Dodge amp Jeep 4 wheel drive d If pressure on the gauge drops to zero after beginning the service the clean and dirty hoses may be installed backwards Switch hoses amp restart 9 Verify that waste tank is filing and clean tank is emptying Service should proceed automatically until fluid level in clean tank reaches zero level 10 SERVICE COMPLETE light should come on and unit should switch back to bypass flow Check vehicles dipstick level and adjust if necessary If dipstick level is low hold down FILL button to increase level If dipstick level is high hold down DRAIN button to decrease level 11 CHANGE FLUID Service is now complete Turn off vehicle disconnect adapters and power cord Heconnect vehicles cooler lines Restart vehicle amp check for leaks 12 Move TransTech unit to waste recycle area Insert waste hose into waste barrel Connect power cord to 12 volt battery EMPTY WASTE light should be on Press EMPTY WASTE button Waste pump should run until fluid reaches zero level and then automatically shut off NOTE BOTH TANKS SHOULD BE ZERO WHEN THE UNIT IS STORED AA 41 info motorvac com www motorvac com Transmission Service Procedure Cont d Optional Transmission Filter Change Pan Drop Style Service Procedure If the vehicle s transmission pan fi
27. the level in the clean tank gets to zero Continue with the service until all fluid has been exchanged and the unit stops automatically The COMPLETE light will come on and unit will beep continuously until STOP is pushed e Let engine run for one minute then check the transmission s fluid level If level is low a VVhen the complete light is on and the low clean fluid light is on Press and hold the FILL button for 10 15 seconds b Re check fluid level repeat step a if necessary If level is high a When the complete light is on and the low clean fluid light is on press and hold the DRAIN button for 10 15 seconds b Re check fluid level repeat step a if necessary 13 Stop engine and let cool if necessary 14 Disconnect hoses from TRANSTECH and connect the vehicle s cooler lines to their original connection ports 15 Start the engine check cooler lines for leaks and re tighten as necessary 16 Step on the foot brake firmly then slowly shift the gear lever to Low Gear first gear then back to Park Do final check of transmission s fluid level 17 Empty waste fluid tank 18 Leave unit standing empty to the zero mark unit next service NOTE use of the H flow control adapter is optional If you choose to hook the TransTech lll directly to the cooler lines and you do not have the clean and dirty hoses connected properly for the flow direction then the pressure gauge will drop to zero and the un
28. the transmission if of time This may operation there is a problem with cause the unit to lose the fluid level sensing track of fluid levels system TransTech IH 16 info motorvac com www motorvac com TransTech System Accessories 060 0450 Hose Clamp 7 8 I D max General Application 060 1000 060 1300 1 4 Male Bump Tube Most Asian Vehicles 060 1100 060 1400 5 16 Male Bump Tube Most Asian Vehicles 060 1200 060 1500 3 8 Male Bump Tube Most Asian Vehicles 060 1300 060 1000 1 4 Open End Hose Most Asian Vehicles 060 1400 060 1100 5 16 Open End Hose Most Asian Vehicles 060 1500 060 1200 3 8 Open End Hose Most Asian Vehicles 060 1700 062 0170 5 16 Flare 7 16 24 Domestic Vehicles 060 1800 062 0180 3 8 Flare 5 8 20 Domestic Vehicles 060 2000 060 2005 GM 7 16 Inverted Flare Male GM 060 2005 060 2000 GM 7 16 Inverted Flare Female GM 060 2010 060 2015 GM 1 2 Inverted Flare Male GM 060 2015 060 2010 GM 1 2 Inverted Flare Female GM 1 2 Hose VW M12 GM 060 2020 GM N N a o 060 2025 VW 060 2030 VW M12 with o ring VW 060 2035 060 2040 Jeep 5 8 18 male Jeep 060 2040 060 2035 Jeep 5 8 18 female Jeep 060 2045 060 2050 SAE J512 45 deg flare 5 8 male 060 2050 060 2045 SAE J512 45 deg flare 5 8 female 060 2055 060 2060 Ford SAE J512 45 deg flare female Ford 060 2060 060 2055 Ford SAE J512 45 deg flare male Ford 061 1550 open end
29. uid in the transmission being serviced Trucks and Step Vans may have a larger transmission therefore may use more fluid than specified in this chart 2 Start engine let run until it reaches operating temperature turn engine OFF ee 9 info motorvac com www motorvac com Transmission Service Procedure Cont d 3 Locate and disconnect the cooler line at the easiest connection point and install adapters a At cooler line connection to radiator Connection is usually accessible from the top corner of the radiator could be on either top side b At clamped rubber hose connection to transmission cooler connections are usually accessible from the under side of the vehicle cooler is usually in front of radiator C At cooler line connecting to the transmission 4 Connect the FLOW DIRECTION INDICATOR LOOP H adapter to the previously attached cooler line adapters Verify that the male to male quick disconnect is not installed in the H adapter NOTE The ball valve must be in the CLOSED position The valve handle is at a right angle to flow VERIFY THAT THE MALE TO MALE NIPPLES ARE REMOVED FROM THE HYDRAULIC COUPLERS See photo Valve Closed Part 200 8099 Patent Pending 5 Attach the unit to the vehicle s battery by connecting the unit s red battery clip to the positive battery terminal and connecting the black battery clip to a solid ground point as far from the battery as possible The ENGINE START li
30. use injury 16 Transmission cooling systems may maintain residual pressure in connection lines to and from transmis sion and cooler radiator even after the engine has been turned off 17 Wear safety goggles 18 Wear chemical resistant gloves when connecting or disconnecting fitting and adapters 19 Chemicals can cause harmful byproducts do not add any chemicals to TransTech reservoir tank 20 Use only approved automatic transmission fluid 21 Do not swallow or ingest any chemicals 3 info motorvac com www motorvac com Safety Information and Precautions Cont d 22 Use with adequate ventilation Avoid breathing vapors 23 Do not store chemicals in or on the machine other than automatic transmission fluid 24 Improper use of transmission fluid can cause injury 25 Over exposure can have harmful effect on eyes skin respiratory system and possible unconsciousness and asphyxiation 26 Improperly blocked vehicles can move 2 Set the parking brake and chock the wheels 28 Moving vehicles can cause injury 29 The engine cooling fan will cycle on and off depending on the coolant temperature and could operate without the engine running 30 Wear safety goggles 31 Always keep objects clothing and hands away from the cooling fans and engine parts 32 Moving engine parts can cause injury 39 Hot surfaces are present during and after running the engine 3
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