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Draining Procedure

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WARNING: When the transmission is at operating temperatures, take necessary precautions when removing the check/fill plug, to avoid being burned by draining fluid.
WARNING: The transmission fluid is hot. Caution must be taken to prevent personal injury when the transmission fluid drains from the transmission.
NOTE: Previous to the removing of any plug, clean the surrounding area of this plug.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. If equipped, remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
  3. If equipped, remove the front compartment insulator. Refer to Front Compartment Insulator Replacement .
  4. Remove the fluid check bolt (5) and DISCARD the seal ring (4).
    Fig 1: Oil Filler Plug & Attachments
    GM2018711Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the transmission fluid filler overflow tube (3) and DISCARD the seal ring (2).
  6. Drain the transmission fluid into a suitable container.
  7. Let the transmission fluid run out for 10 minutes.
  8. Check the collected transmission oil for burnt oil exhalation, metal chips and other foreign bodies. If this the fact, search for the reason caused by the transmission.
  9. Install the transmission fluid filler overflow tube along with a NEW seal ring and tighten to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  10. Install the fluid check bolt along with a NEW O-ring and tighten to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
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