OEM 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Transmission Pan

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the transmission pan on a 4T65-E automatic transaxle on 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: The first step toward replacing the Oil Pan on a 4t65-e automatic transaxle requires vehicle elevation and support as technicians should position a drain pan underneath the transaxle Oil Pan. Start by removing front then side bolts of the transaxle Oil Pan before loosening the bolts behind it. Mind the mating surfaces while the removal process because damage will cause oil leaks. A rubber mallet and screwdriver combination should be used for gently lifting the Oil Pan away from its location to enable the fluid to drain. Loosen all remaining bolts before you can detach the Oil Pan along with its gasket. Examine the Oil Pan while checking for contamination from metal particles alongside clutch facing material along with rubber particles as well as engine coolant to determine their source for correction. A distorting Oil Pan flange requires immediate replacement since attempts to fix it should be avoided. The examination of Oil Pan bolt washers should be done when bottom oil removal occurs. Invert any damaged washers and replace them using new bolts. After cleaning both surfaces of the case and Oil Pan gasket with solvent allow them to dry in the open air. The new Oil Pan gasket must go on with the Oil Pan. Install Oil Pan bolts afterward with a torque of 14 n.m (10 lb ft). The vehicle should be lowered before fluid addition through the park position using dexron(R) iii transaxle fluid. After starting the engine at low idle without racing you should check fluid levels and search for any signs of leakage.