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Hi guys Just thought I'd bump this thread, as my 97 VS ecotec 5 speed is doing pretty much the exact same thing as OP. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks

OK. thx, chief

Does the mix happen mainly in the rack (I don't know what they look like on inside)? I couldn't imagine the fluids would mix too much in the hoses, if the job was done quickly.

Hi guys So I've got a VS and thought I'd change the power steering fluid. Gregory's manual says: approx 700 ml capacity, so a 1 litre bottle should get the job done yes?.. I only ask because when I was searching for info I saw a post in the VZ section saying a flush could take 3 or so...

I have a bit of time to do this project. Have spent a fair bit of time under the car just sussing things out.. Would be great if I didn't have to remove the 4 bolts at rear of tail shaft because it's a bit of a squeeze and I can't undo the fockers. Got the 3 at the front undone , they were a...

Yeah mate, I've really sussed the area out. I'm quite certain that the leak is from corrosion in the rear-main-seal-plate-thing.. I've bought the new plate, so it better be where the leak is :) Here's a couple pics I found of plate off & plate on.. This video from youtube shows the...

Thanks for reply. I will be doing a trans fluid change anyway, it's due. Each pic in OP has it's own question and coloured arrows for easy explanation. Cheers.

Hi Rob, thanks for info. I've changed OP a bit, so you might want to remove what you wrote about the first pic, etc.. Sorry about that, I was editing as you replied. I do have the MAX ELLERY'S VR-VS Repair Manual, but it's a bit ordinary imo. Thanks again.

Hi Guys. Got a VS Ecotec - V6 Manual. I have a coolant leak from the rear plate so I've decided to have a crack at replacing it myself. (also replacing leaking slave cylinder). Hoping for some detailed info about the process. I have the exhaust off. I think next steps are 1. drain off...

So the other stuff I mentioned was right?

So the 4 bolts at the rear and the 3 nuts touching the rubber at front? Any lock-nuts? Does the brake cable stay? I have to remove the middle section of exhaust? Do I have to remove clips on both of the rods? Cheers bud (absolutely my first time attempting any of this) (not sure about clutch...

Hey guys. This was my first crack, done a couple months back. I was quite gentle when trying to pull back the plastic covers but a of couple clips still broke. When ready to glue, do in halves..you lay your fabric/vinyl over the whole board then pull it back half way (like in one of the photos)...

Right! What to undo? :)

Got it out, thx guys. The rest of the job is scaring me slightly though. Do any of u guys know of a good thread about how to remove gearbox with complete step by step? As stated in original post I have coolant leaking from rear plate :/ V6 ecotec - manual trans.

I actually got the the Y section disconnected without taking off the the back section.. but I just can't get the flange out on drivers side. I'll have another go soon.

Hi Guys, this is my first post. Got a VS Ecotec - V6 Manual. I have a coolant leak from the rear plate so I've decided to have a crack at replacing it myself. (also replacing leaking slave cylinder). Getting the exhaust through the gap on the drivers side is proving to be an annoyance. It...