1. See Figure 1. Remove transmission filler plug.
NOTICE
When draining or adding lubricant, do not allow dirt, debris or other contaminants to enter the engine. (00198a)
WARNING
Be sure that no lubricants or fluids get on tires, wheels or brakes when changing fluid. Traction can be adversely affected, which could result in loss of control of the motorcycle and death or serious injury. (00047d)
2. See Figure 3. Remove transmission drain plug and drain lubricant into a suitable container.
NOTE
Dispose of transmission lubricant in accordance with local regulations.
3. Inspect o-ring on drain plug for tears or damage. Replace as required. Wipe any foreign material from plug.
NOTICE
Do not over-tighten filler or drain plug. Doing so could result in a lubricant leak. (00200b)
4. Install o-ring and drain plug. Tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs). Do not over-tighten.
5. Fill the transmission with 0.95 L (32 fl oz) of GENUINE Harley-Davidson FORMULA+ TRANSMISSION AND PRIMARY CHAINCASE LUBRICANT (Part No. 99851-05) (quart).
6. With motorcycle on a level surface and resting on jiffy stand, check lubricant level.
a. Insert filler plug/dipstick into transmission fill hole but do not thread in.
b. See Figure 2. Remove filler plug/dipstick and check lubricant level on dipstick. Lubricant level should be between upper mark (2) and lower mark (1). If necessary, add lubricant until level is correct.
7. Install filler plug/dipstick and tighten to 2.8–8.5 N·m (25–75 in-lbs).
Figure 1. Transmission Filler Plug/Dipstick Location
1Lower mark (add lubricant)
2Upper mark (full)
3Bottom edge of threaded section
4O-ring
Figure 2. Transmission Filler Plug/Dipstick
1Engine oil drain plug and o-ring
2Transmission drain plug
Figure 3. Oil Pan