Fluid Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
- J 36511 Oil Fill/Drain Plug Hex Bit (117 mm)





1. Raise the vehicle.

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.

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 (117 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 the oil drain plug to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





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 the oil fill plug to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).

6. Remove the safety stands.
7. Lower the vehicle.