Special Tools
J 36511  Oil Fill/Drain Plug Hex Bit (17 mm)
Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to 
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
 
- Using 
J 36511  remove the oil fill plug.
 
- Place a suitable drain pan under the transmission in order to catch the drained transmission fluid.
 
- Using 
J 36511  remove the oil drain plug.
 
- Remove any old sealant from the transmission housing.
 
Installation Procedure
- Apply sealant GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent to the oil drain and fill plug threads.
 
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Using 
J 36511  install the oil drain plug.
 
Tighten
Tighten the plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Remove and drain the drain pan used to catch the used transmission fluid.
 
- Fill the transmission to just below the bottom of the fill plug hole. Refer to 
Lubrication Specifications.
 
- Using 
J 36511  install the oil fill plug.
 
Tighten
Tighten the plug to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.