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Filler Tube Replacement 3.8 L

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 165298  Size: SH
  1. Remove the transmission fluid level indicator.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  3. Object Number: 165305  Size: SH
  4. Remove the nut attaching the fill tube to the transmission.
  5. Place a drain pan under the transmission to catch any dripping fluid.
  6. Loosen the fill tube from the transmission.
  7. Lower the vehicle.

  8. Object Number: 165303  Size: SH
  9. Remove the fill tube and seal from the transmission through the engine compartment.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 165303  Size: SH
  1. Place the fill tube to the transmission through the engine compartment.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Install the seal and the fill tube to the transmission.

  4. Object Number: 165305  Size: SH
  5. Install the nut attaching the fill tube to the transmission.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the fill tube nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle.

  8. Object Number: 165298  Size: SH
  9. Install the transmission fluid level indicator.
  10. Check the transmission fluid level.

Filler Tube Replacement 5.7 L

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 208436  Size: SH
  1. Lift the fluid level indicator handle lock up.

  2. Object Number: 208423  Size: SH
  3. Remove the fluid level indicator.
  4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  5. Object Number: 208459  Size: SH
  6. Remove the bolt attaching the fill tube to the cylinder head.
  7. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
  8. Place a drain pan under the transmission.

  9. Object Number: 165576  Size: SH
  10. Remove the fill tube and seal from the transmission.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 165576  Size: SH
  1. Insert the seal into the automatic transmission case hole.
  2. Install the fill tube to the transmission.
  3. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 208459  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the transmission bolt attaching the fill tube to the cylinder head.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the fill tube bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle.

  8. Object Number: 208423  Size: SH
  9. Install the fluid level indicator.
  10. Check the transmission fluid level.

  11. Object Number: 208436  Size: SH
  12. Push the fluid level indicator handle lock down.