Refilling & Inspecting Cadillac Escalade GMT800

Refilling & Inspecting

1. Coat the NEW filter seal with automatic transmission fluid.
2. Install the NEW filter seal into the transmission case. Tap the seal into place using a suitable size socket. (Scheme 6)
3. Install the NEW filter.
4. Install the oil pan and NEW gasket. (Scheme 3)
5. Install the oil pan bolts. (Scheme 2) Tighten the bolts alternately and evenly to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission-4l60-e4l65-e-servicing__torque-specifications).
6. If previously removed, install the range selector cable bracket and bolts. Tighten the bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission-4l60-e4l65-e-servicing__torque-specifications).
7. Apply a small amount of sealant to the threads of the oil pan drain plug, if equipped.
8. Install the oil pan drain plug, if equipped. Tighten the plug to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission-4l60-e4l65-e-servicing__torque-specifications).
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Fill transmission to proper level with appropriate fluid. See «RECOMMENDED FLUIDS»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission-4l60-e4l65-e-servicing__recommended-fluids) and «FLUID CAPACITIES»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/automatic-trans/#automatic-transmission-4l60-e4l65-e-servicing__fluid-capacities).
11. Check the COLD fluid level reading for initial fill only.
12. Inspect the oil pan gasket for leaks.

Scheme 6