Installation Procedure

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

Fig 1: Locating Sealant Application Point
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Using J 36511 install the oil drain plug.
Tighten

Tighten the plug to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Remove the drain the drain pan used to catch the used transmission fluid.

Fig 2: Installing Oil Drain Plug
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Fill the transmission to just below the bottom of the fill plug hole. Refer to Lubrication Specifications .

Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Fluid Filling Level
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Using J 36511 install the oil fill plug.
Tighten

Tighten the plug to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 4: Installing Oil Fill Plug
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