Tools Required

J 36511 Oil Fill/Drain Plug Hex Bit (17 MM)

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Using J 36511 remove the oil fill plug.



3. Place a suitable drain pan under the transmission in order to catch the drained transmission fluid.
4. Using J 36511 remove the oil drain plug.
5. Remove any old sealant from the transmission housing.

1. Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent to the oil drain and fill plug threads.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Using J 36511 install the oil drain plug.

Tighten
Tighten the oil drain plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

3. Remove and drain the drain pan used to catch the used transmission fluid.



4. Fill the transmission to just below the bottom of the fill plug hole. Refer to Lubrication Specifications .



5. Using J 36511 install the oil fill plug.

Tighten
Tighten the oil fill plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

6. Lower the vehicle.