[Madman]

I drained the transmission fluid on my 582 (not special) and have the following issue/confusion.

How much oil is supposed to be in the transmission?

The transmission was filled with about 7 liters (almost 2 US gallons) of oil. The manual states it only needs/takes 3.8 liters (about 1 US gallon). Before I drained it I opened the fill and level plug and the oil was about 1 1/2" below the plug so I assumed was a little low. Imagine my surprise and fast swapping of drain pans.

So I called the local dealer and he was of little help. The best he said was maybe add another couple liters/quarts. They also recommended changing to 80W90 as the fluid stated in the manual is no longer available and I was told this is what everyone now uses.

So how much oil? If I run it with 1 gallon will I be damaging something? If I put in 2 gallons (so it reaches the fill/level plug) will I damage something? If I only put in the 1 gallon I will need to make up a dip stick to check the level. Not a big deal just curious.

Thank you for any advice in advance.

Stephen from north of Toronto.