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Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Removal (With Stop/Start)

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Fig 1: Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator (With Stop/Start)
GM4012788Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Removal

Callout Component Name
WARNING: The automatic transmission fluid accumulator may be pressurized greater than 120 psi (827 kpa) and fluid may be hot. When servicing accumulator, key must be OFF for a minimum of 10 minutes. Do not open bleeder screw until instructed to do so or personal injury may result.

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Disconnect the auxiliary fluid accumulator solenoid electrical connector.
  2. Securely attach a hose from the bleeder valve into an approved container.
  3. Slowly loosen bleeder valve until pressure begins to release.
  4. Allow all pressure and fluid to be released from the auxiliary fluid accumulator.
  5. Remove the bleeder valve to ensure all fluid and pressure has been released.
1 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Bolt (Qty: 3)
2 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator
3 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Bleeder Valve
Fig 2: Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Solenoid and Bleeder Valve
GM4085813Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Solenoid and Bleeder Valve Removal

Callout Component Name
1 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Solenoid Bolts (Qty: 2)
2 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Solenoid
3 A/Trans Auxiliary Fluid Accumulator Bleeder Valve