Gearbox filler access

[Mark Wilson]

Probably a daft question, but is it humanly possible to get to the gearbox filler/level plug from below, even using a lift if necessary, rather than lifting the carpets?

My reason for asking this is that I have just fitted a beautiful but totally impractical interior in biscuit, including the carpet. Any oily marks would break my heart! I've fitted a remote brake fluid reservoir to avoid (or at least minimise) having to lift the driver side carpet, and I intend to lubricate the steering rack by injecting oil in the gaiters rather than via the nipple in the passenger side floor.

[NETTIE]

Nice carpet but i can't see how you will fill the gearbox from bellow the filler plug is virtually on top of the box good luck.

[Bill_qaz]

If you lift out the passenger carpet to remove the rubber floor plug to access the gearbox filler, how will you get oil on carpet?

[myoldjalopy]

Yes, just get the carpets out the way with clean hands, be careful when filling (use a funnel), mop up any drips afterwards, and make sure your hands are scrupulously clean before replacing the carpet......

[Mark Wilson]

Some people seem to be naturally clean and tidy, some just seem to make a mess whatever they do. Guess which type I am...

Thanks all!

[paul 300358]

Yes, you can, I use a Sealey-AK47-Suction-Syringe and a 2-post lift.

[Mark Wilson]

Thanks, that sounds like a possible way forward.

[paul 300358]

£8 and a bit off Amazon.