Fluid - M/T: Service and Repair
Fluid ReplacementRemoval Procedure
Tools Required
J 36511 Oil Fill/Drain Plug Hex Bit (17 mm)
Important: Drain the transmission after a short period of operation when the oil is warm. This allows any existing fluid in the system to be expelled when the oil is drained.
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
3. Thoroughly clean around the fill plug and the oil drain plug.
4. Use the J 36511 in order to remove the oil fill plug.
5. Catch the oil in a suitable container.
6. Use the J 36511 in order to remove the oil drain plug.
Installation Procedure
Tools Required
J 36511 Oil Fill/Drain Plug Hex Bit (17 mm)
1. Apply sealant to the oil drain plug threads. Use Teflon GM P/N 1052080, or the equivalent.
2. Use the J 36511 in order to install the oil drain plug.
Tighten
Tighten the oil drain plug to 37 N.m (27 lb ft).
3. Fill the transmission to the level of the fill plug hole. Refer to Lubrication Specifications.
4. Apply sealant to the oil fill plug threads. Use Teflon GM P/N 1052080 or the equivalent.
5. Use the J 36511 in order to install the oil fill plug.
Tighten
Tighten the oil fill plug to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
6. Remove the safety stands.
7. Lower the vehicle.