OEM 2002 Buick Rendezvous Transmission Pan

2002 Buick Rendezvous Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the transmission pan on 2002 Buick Rendezvous?

  A: First support your vehicle properly while using a drain pan positioned below the transaxle bottom Oil Pan to begin the Oil Pan replacement process. Begin by untightening the Oil Pan bolts that are found on both the front and sides of the Oil Pan. At the back, rotate the bolts by four turns yet be cautious to avoid damaging the mating surfaces so oil leaks do not occur. A rubber mallet or screwdriver should be used to gently loosen the Oil Pan while allowing fluid to drain before removing the last Oil Pan bolts and the pan combined with its gasket. Check for foreign materials including metal particles, clutch facing material and engine coolant in the Oil Pan and filter screen while pinpointing and resolving their sources. Testing reveals that replacement of the Oil Pan should happen when flange distortion occurs because attempts to straighten it will be unsuccessful. Replace both parts of the bolt and washer assembly when their washer has become inverted. An inspection of the Oil Pan should identify both a broken sealing surface and a damaged gasket and either a dented or cracked bottom surface. The Oil Pan magnet should be checked for damage or misalignment and then the Oil Pan Gasket and magnet must be cleaned to remove sediment while both the Oil Pan and case flanges must be dry with no oil film present. Solve the case and Oil Pan Gasket surfaces then dry them in air while scrubbing off every residue from the former gasket material. Serious and methodical work involves placing the Oil Pan Gasket and Oil Pan into position then torquing the Oil Pan bolts to 14 nm (10 ft. Lbs.). Lower the automobile then introduce the dexron (R) iii fluid at its necessary amount into the transaxle through the park gear selector position. After starting the engine allow it to operate at an average low speed while ensuring you do not fill the transaxle beyond its capacity. Doing so will prevent fluid foaming along with fluid loss and shift problems and potential damage. Use the correct fluid level measurement while checking if the repairs have been done correctly and if any fluid is leaking out.