OEM 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Automatic Transmission Filter

2001 Chevrolet Corvette Automatic Transmission Filter Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Automatic Transmission Filter and Fluid on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: J 36850 transmission assembling lubricant (Transjel(R)) needs to be gathered with other necessary tools for automatic transmission fluid and filter servicing and repair work. Place your drain pan under the transmission before supporting and raising the vehicle. Use a wiping solution on the area surrounding the transmission check/fill plug to create draining space before plug removal. The first step involves preserving the transmission Oil Pan while taking out all the Oil Pan bolts then installing the fluid check/fill plug loosely. Start by tapping the Oil Pan gently with a rubber mallet before using the mallet or pry tool to make it loose. After removing the Oil Pan drain out the remaining fluid. The installation position of the filter needs to be noted before grasping it firmly and twisting for removal while using pliers to remove a stuck filter seal. Before examining the transmission fluids you should dispose of the old seal before checking for any signs of wear or damage to fluid components. Ensure that every surface of the gasket receives comprehensive cleaning during installation. The transmission case requires a new filter seal treated with j 36850 before gentle installation using a suitable socket. Use the noted position when you install the new Oil Filter while checking the orientation of the conical washers in the Oil Pan bolts and washers. Reuse the washers if they are not reversed or replace them if you must. Place the Oil Pan Gasket correctly on its sealing surface, then secure the Oil Pan and proceed to tighten the Oil Pan bolts in alternating sequence to 11 nm. The replacement process requires removal of the transmission fluid check/fill plug followed by slow fluid insertion of dexron (R)iii automatic transmission fluid until fluid appears at the plug opening point followed by manual tightening of the plug. Use the correct amount of fluid to complete the filling process before screwing the check/fill plug tightly to 30 nm (22 ft. Lbs.) and check the Oil Pan Gasket for leaks.