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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 1970160  Size: MF

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

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Place a suitable drain pan under the transmission.
  3. Drain the transmission using the fluid pan drain plug.
  4. Remove the auxiliary fluid pump bolts and position the pump out of the way. Refer to Auxiliary Fluid Pump and Gasket Replacement.

1

Transmission Fluid Pan Drain Plug

Caution: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution in the Preface section.

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

Procedure

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

Tighten
30-40 N·m (22-30 lb ft)

2

Transmission Fluid Pan Bolt (Qty: 13)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
24-29 N·m (18-21 lb ft)

3

Transmission Fluid Pan

4

Transmission Fluid Pan Gasket

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