Automatic Transmission Fluid, Fluid Pan and/or Filter Replacement. Cadillac SLS 2008

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 SLS 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - 6L50/6L80/6L90 🢒 Automatic Transmission Fluid, Fluid Pan and/or Filter Replacement

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Component Name

Notice: Use Dexron VI transmission fluid only. Failure to use the proper fluid may result in transmission internal damage.

Preliminary Procedures

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Place a suitable drain pan under the transmission.

Transmission Fluid Pan Bolt (Qty: 18)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tip
Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

Transmission Fluid Pan Assembly

Tip

•	Check the condition of the draining fluid. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check .

•	Fill the transmission with the proper fluid. Refer to Transmission General Specifications and Transmission Fluid Fill Procedure .

•	Fill the transmission with the proper amount of transmission fluid. Refer to Fluid Capacity Specifications and Transmission Fluid Check .

Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket

Tip
The fluid pan gasket is reusable. Inspect the gasket to determine if it may be reused.

Fluid Filter Assembly

Tip

•	Pull the fluid filter assembly straight out. Do not bend or twist the filter neck.

•	Use a new fluid filter assembly.

Fluid Filter Seal Assembly

Notice: Do not damage the case sealing surface when removing the filter seal assembly.

Tip

•	Use a screwdriver or snap ring pliers to remove the filter seal.

•	Use the DT 47848 and the J 42183 to install the filter seal.

•	Use a new fluid filter seal assembly.

•	Lubricate the filter seal with transmission fluid before installing the filter.

Special Tools

•	DT 47848 Seal Installer

•	J 42183 Driver Handle