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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the engine air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.3L or to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 3.3L and 6.0L.
  2. Remove the transmission fluid level indicator from the fluid fill tube.
  3. Fig 1: Removing Engine Cover
    GM104973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the bolt and the nut securing the transmission fluid fill tube to the engine.
  5. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.
  6. Fig 2: Transmission Filler Tube
    GM104974Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the nut securing the transmission fluid fill tube to the transmission stud.
  8. Remove the upper fill tube from the vehicle.
  9. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  10. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
  11. Remove any dirt from the transmission where the fluid fill tube enters the transmission case.
  12. Remove the drain plug from the transmission. Drain the fluid into an approved container.
  13. Remove the transmission fluid fill tube from the transmission. Pull the tube upward from the transmission.
  14. Remove the transmission fill tube seal.
  15. Clean the metal parts using solvent. Do not allow the solvent to enter the transmission.
  16. Air dry the parts.