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4R70W & 5R55N

NOTE: On 5R55N transmission, add fluid through fluid checking plug located on oil pan. See CHECKING FLUID LEVELS .
NOTE: Transmission pan gasket is reusable. Clean and inspect gasket for damage, and replace as necessary.
  1. Raise and support vehicle. Place drain pan under transmission. Loosen oil pan bolts. Drain fluid from transmission. Remove oil pan bolts. Remove oil pan and gasket. Remove filter and seal.
  2. Remove drain plug from torque converter and drain. Install NEW torque converter drain plug and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Clean oil pan and gasket. Install NEW filter and seal. Install oil pan and gasket. Tighten oil pan bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Fill transmission with appropriate fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUIDS . Start engine and shift transmission through all gear ranges. Check fluid level. See CHECKING FLUID LEVELS . Add fluid as necessary.