OEM 2005 Buick Park Avenue Automatic Transmission Filter

2005 Buick Park Avenue Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Automatic Transmission Filter and Fluid on 2005 Buick Park Avenue?

  A: Start the automatic transmission fluid and filter replacement procedure by supporting the vehicle with an appropriate height. A drain pan should be positioned underneath the transaxle Oil Pan. When removing the Oil Pan bolts handle them with care to avoid damaging the Oil Pan sealing surfaces because this will create oil leakages. Start with removing all Oil Pan bolts from the front and sides before applying the same method to the rear bolts by turning them four times. You should use a rubber mallet or prying action when tapping the Oil Pan to empty the fluid while you examine its color. Take off the Oil Pan after removing all other Oil Pan bolts along with its gasket. The oil filter neck should be pried off its seal with a long screwdriver to inspect the filter seal for any signs of damage or wear. The j 6125-1b (Slide Hammer) and j 23129 (Universal Seal Remover) should be utilized to eliminate the seal if its removal is required. Finance a new seal with a petroleum jelly (J 36850 Transmission Assembly Lubricant) coating before inserting the new filter into the case. The Oil Pan can be installed with its gasket at the same time because the gasket maintains reusability as long as the sealing surface remains intact. Secure the Oil Pan bolts by torquing them to 14 nm exactly (125 inch lbs.). End the process by lowering the vehicle and inspecting for fluid leaks at the transmission oil level as well as checking the Oil Pan gasket.