Transmission Case Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Thoroughly clean the transmission case assembly, including case threads, with clean solvent.
- Clean gasket sealing surfaces. Remove all residual gasket material.
- Inspect all threaded holes. If necessary, repair any thread damage.
- Front Case Sealing Surface (1)
- Manual Shift Shaft Seal (2)
- Electrical Connector Passage Sleeve Bore (3)
- Park Pawl Actuator Guide Bore (4)
- Clutch Housing Fluid Passage Seal Surface (5)
- Fluid Pan Sealing Surface (6)
- Rear Case Sealing Surface (7)
NOTE:To service the manual shift shaft seal, refer to Manual Shift Shaft Seal Removal , or Manual Shift Shaft Seal Installation .
WARNING:
Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .
CAUTION:
After cleaning the transmission components, allow to air dry. Do not use cloth or paper towels in order to dry any transmission components. Lint from the towels can cause component failure.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse cleaning solvents. Previously used solvents may deposit sediment which may damage the component.