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Hey guys. Just read in the manual about inspecting the drain cap on the belt drive torque converter for dust and/or water. I got under the mule but the clamp on the drain cap does not seem removeable by hand. Has anyone done this? If so, how do you get the clamp off and how often do you inspect it?  Also, since the temps have begun dipping below 40 degrees here I've started noticing a squeaking noise when turning the steering wheel.  Does something need to be lubed? Sounds like something could be rubbing.  

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