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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install a new fill tube plug seal (2) into the main housing.
    Fig 1: Installing A New Fill Tube Plug Seal
    GM658984Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Align the tab on the fill tube plug (1) with the tang on the main housing.
  3. Install the fill tube plug (1). Press the plug into the seal (2) until the tab on the fill tube plug locks into place in the notch on the main housing.
  4. Install a NEW fill tube seal.
  5. Install the fill tube. Ensure that the fill tube bracket is positioned properly on the studs.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the fill tube nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing The Fill Tube Nuts
    GM702779Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Fill the transmission to the proper level with approved fluid.
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