Required materials:
* Automatic transmission pan gasket
* Automatic transmission oil (type specified in the operating manual)
* Sealant
* Cleaning solvent
* Rags
Tools:
* Set of keys
* Flat blade screwdriver
* Torque wrench
* Lift or jack
Procedure:
1. Preparation
* Place the car on a lift or jack it up.
* Ensure safety. Put the car on the handbrake and place chocks under the wheels.
* Allow the engine to cool, then stop it.
* Clean the area under the transmission pan with cleaning solvent.
2. Draining the automatic transmission oil
* Unscrew the drain plug of the automatic transmission pan with a wrench or a screwdriver.
* Drain the oil into a container.
3. Removing the automatic transmission pan
* Unscrew the bolts securing the automatic transmission pan to the gearbox housing.
* Carefully remove the pan from the body, being careful not to damage the gasket.
4. Cleaning the tray and body
* Clean the pan and transmission housing of old gasket and sealant.
* If necessary, replace the automatic transmission oil filter (usually located in the pan).
5. Installing the automatic transmission pan gasket
* Apply sealant to the surface of the automatic transmission pan.
* Install a new gasket on the pan.
6. Installing the automatic transmission pan
* Install the pan onto the transmission housing.
* Tighten the pan mounting bolts with a torque wrench according to the torque specified in the owner’s manual.
7. Filling automatic transmission oil
* Fill the automatic transmission with the required amount of oil.
* The oil level is checked with the engine idling and the gear selector in the park position.
*Add oil until the correct level is reached.
8. Completion
* Check the automatic transmission oil level after a short trip and add it if necessary.
* Lower the vehicle from a lift or jack.
Note:
* When replacing the automatic transmission pan gasket, it is recommended to also replace the automatic transmission oil.
* The replacement procedure may vary slightly depending on the specific model and year of manufacture of the Skoda Rapid.
*Always follow the repair manual for exact instructions.