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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Camaro 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Automatic Transmission - 4L60-E 🢒 Transmission Installation

Special Tools

    • J 3289-20 Bench Mount Holding Fixture Base
    • J 36842 Transmission Holding Fixture
    • J 42055 Transmission Support Fixture

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 472967 Size: SH
  1. Remove the transmission from the J 3289-20 , if necessary.
  2. Install the transmission to the jack stand.
  3. Remove the J 36842 from the transmission, if necessary.
  4. Install the bellhousing (1) to the transmission (2).
  5. Install the transmission bolts (3).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the transmission bolts (3) to 75 N·m (55 lb ft).


    Object Number: 43256 Size: SH
  6. Install the clutch actuator cylinder (2).
  7. Install the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1).

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch actuator cylinder bolts (1) to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  8. Install the clutch line to the actuating cylinder.
  9. Install the clutch bleeder to the actuating cylinder.

    10. Object Number: 441492 Size: SH
  10. Slowly raise the manual transmission (4) to the vehicle.
  11. Install the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3).

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel housing bolts (1, 2) and nuts (3) to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).

  12. Install the transmission support and mount. Refer to Transmission Support and Mount Assembly Replacement .
  13. Remove the transmission jack.
  14. Remove the J 42055 from the transmission jack.
  15. Remove the engine safety stand.

    16. Object Number: 43255 Size: SH

    Important: DO NOT rely on an audible click or a visual verification of the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fitting connection.

  16. Connect the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the clutch master cylinder hose.

    17. Push together the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fittings, then pull back on the fittings to verify engagement.

  17. Check the clutch hydraulic hoses for twists or kinks.

    18. Object Number: 349560 Size: SH
  18. Install the flywheel housing cover (3) to the transmission (1).
  19. Install the flywheel housing cover bolts (2).

    20. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel housing cover bolts (2) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 448855 Size: SH
  20. Install the right transmission brace (1).
  21. Install the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4).

    22. Tighten
    Tighten the right transmission brace bolts (2, 3, 4) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 349561 Size: SH
  22. Install the left transmission brace (1).
  23. Install the left transmission brace bolts (2, 3).

    24. Tighten

        • Tighten the left transmission brace bolt (2) (to transmission) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
        • Tighten the left transmission brace bolt (3) (to engine) to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
  24. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .

    25. Object Number: 472132 Size: SH
  25. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to the right side of the transmission.

    26. Tighten
    Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (1) to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 472129 Size: SH
  26. Install the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to the left side of the transmission.

    27. Tighten
    Tighten the wiring harness clip bolt (2) to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  27. Connect the speed sensor (1) and backup lamp switch (3) electrical connectors.
  28. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .
  29. Install the rear axle torque arm. Refer to Torque Arm Replacement.
  30. Remove the rear axle jack stands.
  31. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement.

    32. Object Number: 2327 Size: SH
  32. Fill transmission with fluid.
  33. Lower the vehicle.
  34. Install the control assembly. Refer to Control Assembly .
  35. Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .