OEM 2002 Chevrolet Venture Transmission Pan

2002 Chevrolet Venture Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the transmission pan on 2002 Chevrolet Venture?

  A: Start by lifting and supporting the vehicle for Oil Pan replacement. A drain pan should be positioned beneath the transaxle bottom Oil Pan. Slowly loosen the rear Oil Pan bolts to four turns while protecting the case-to-oil pan mating surfaces from damage which could lead to leaking. A flat-bladed instrument assisted by a rubber mallet should be used to gently loosen the Oil Pan so that fluid drains before you remove the remaining bolts and Oil Pan and Oil Pan gasket. Technical personnel must inspect both the Oil Pan and filter screen to discover any foreign materials such as metal particles and clutch facing material and rubber particles and engine coolant. Additionally they must identify and fix the sources of contamination. The Oil Pan flange should be checked for any deformation before using a straightening technique if required. Multiple the inspection of Oil Pan bolts includes checking for inverted washers which need to be replaced with fresh bolt assemblies. The Oil Pan surface should be examined for sealing damage while the bottom must not show dents or cracks. Also check the gasket for possible sealing issues with its core or rubber surface. Check that the Oil Pan magnet shows no damage or misalignment while cleaning the pan along with gasket and magnet to remove all sediment before drying the pan and case flanges completely. After cleaning both the pan sealing and the case sealing surfaces you must remove all old gasket matter until they are completely dry. Screw the new Oil Pan gasket onto the pan together with the Oil Pan before tightening its bolts to 14 nm (10 ft. Lbs.). Lower the vehicle while simultaneously checking the fluid level until it reaches the appropriate mark but never exceed the maximum capacity to prevent foaming, fluid leakage, shifting issues and structural harm. Finally, inspect for fluid leaks. When assembling the components install the j 36850 transjel lubricant (J 36850) to achieve correct transaxle fluid specifications.