Re: Checking transmission fluid

Posted by HH56 On 2011/6/5 11:02:34

I did it many times on a 51 and 54 just by doing the passenger side so as not to have to work around the pedals but those carpets had jute backing and may have been thinner. Moved the seat back, and lifted the carpet near the seat and sort of folded in a triangle up into the foot area. Cleared the opening by an inch or so but that was just a small cover.

I think the big issue on yours is it would probably all have to come out and wouldn't that also require removing the brake pedal top and accelerator or are those carpets cut in such a way not to require that. Perhaps it could be folded in half or thirds and placed over the pedals to give enough access. Doing all that work just to check oil would be something to think about.

I am not familiar enough with the rubber padded carpet and problems that may arise. If the carpet is OK and just the backing cracks, then probably not a show stopper.