Fluid Filter - A/T: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission oil pan.
3. Remove the oil pan bolts from the front and sides of the pan only.
4. Loosen the rear oil pan bolts approximately 4 turns.
5. Lightly tap the oil pan with a rubber mallet in order to loosen the pan to allow the fluid to drain.





6. Remove the remaining oil pan bolts.





7. Remove the oil pan and the gasket.





8. Remove the fluid filter and the seal. The seal may stick in the transmission case.
9. Inspect the fluid color.
10. Inspect the filter. Pry the metal crimping away from the top of the filter and pull apart. The filter may contain the following evidence for root cause diagnosis:
^ Clutch material
^ Bronze slivers indicating bushing wear
^ Steel particles
11. Clean the transmission case and the oil pan gasket surfaces with solvent, and air dry. You must remove all traces of the old gasket material.


Installation Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 36850 Transjel Lubricant





1. Coat the new filter neck seal with a small amount of J 36850, or equivalent.
2. Install the new filter neck seal into the transmission case. Tap the seal into place using a suitable size socket.
3. Install the new filter into the case.





4. Install the oil pan and a new gasket.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the oil pan bolts.
^ Oil pan to transmission case bolts alternately and evenly to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Fill the transmission to the proper level. Use DEXRON III, or if unavailable, DEXRON III.
8. Check the COLD fluid level reading for initial fill only.
9. Inspect the oil pan gasket for leaks.