SECTION 7C4 - HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-E AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION - ON-VEHICLE SERVICING

CAUTION:

This vehicle will be equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). A SRS will consist of either

seat belt pre-tensioners and a driver's air bag, seat belt pre-tensioners and a driver's and front

passenger's air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners, driver’s and front passenger’s air bag and left and right

hand side air bags. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 12M , Supplemental Restraint System of this

Service Information CD before performing any service operation on, or around any SRS components, the

steering mechanism or wiring. Failure to follow the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS could result in SRS

deployment, resulting in possible personal injury or unnecessary SRS system repairs.

CAUTION:

This v ehicle may be equipped w ith LPG ( Liquefied Pet roleum Gas). In th e interests of saf ety, the LPG fuel

system should be isolated by turning ‘OFF’ the manual service valve and then draining the LPG service

lines, before any service work is carried out on the vehicle. Refer to the LPG leaflet included with the

Owner's Handbook for details or the appropriate Section of this Service Information CD for more specific

servicing information.

CAUTION:

Whenever any component that forms part of the ABS or ABS/ETC (if fitted), is disturbed during Service

Operations, it is vital that the complete ABS or ABS/ETC system is checked, using the procedure as

detailed in 4. DIAGNOSIS, ABS or ABS/ETC FUNCTION CHECK, in Section 12L ABS & ABS/ETC, VT

Series I Service Information (V6) or VT Series II Service Information (GEN III V8).

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Information in this Section, details service operations that can be carried out on a transmission while it is still

installed in the vehicle, as well as the procedures required to remove and reinstall the transmission assembly

from/to the vehicle.

Effective from the start of VT Series II production, the floor pan opening was enlarged to accommodate the gearshift

selector control lever assembly of the 6 speed manual transmission, available with the GEN III V8 engine. This

required a design change f or the selector contr ol lever assem bly for autom atic transm ission equipped m odels, that

has also resulted in the selector control lever assembly, now being completely serviceable.

Only this and other service procedures or specifications that have changed since model introduction, are detailed

here (e.g. V6 Supercharged engine cooling system and GEN III V8 engine related). Therefore, for on-vehicle

service operations not inc luded here, r ef er to 7C4 AUTOM ATIC T RANSMISSION ON -VEHICL E SERVICING of the

VT Series I Service Information.

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1.1 GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

RECOMMENDA TIONS

W hen servicing the transmission, all parts should be cleaned and inspected as outlined under 'Clean and Inspect',

in these recommendations. Individual units should be reassembled before disassembly of other units to avoid

confusion and interchanging of parts.

1. Thoroughly clean the transmission exterior before removal of any component.

2. Disassembly and reassembly must be made on a clean work bench. Cleanliness is of the utm ost importance.

The bench tools, and parts must be kept clean at all times.

3. Before installing s cr ews and other f as tener s into aluminium par ts , DIP SCREWS INTO T RANSMISSIO N FLUID

(Only use Dexron III) to prevent galling aluminium threads and to prevent screws from seizing.

4. To prevent thread stripping, always use a torque wrench when installing screws.

5. If threads in aluminium parts are stripped or damaged, the part can be made serviceable by the use of

commercially available, thread inserts.

6. Protective tools must be used when assembling seals to prevent damage. The slightest flaw in the sealing

surface of the seal can cause an oil leak.

7. Aluminium castings and valve parts are very susceptible to nicks, burrs, etc., and should be handled with care.

8. Internal snap rings should be expanded and external s nap rings com press ed if they are to be re-used. T his will

ensure proper seating when reinstalled.

9. O-rings, gaskets and oil seals that are removed should not be re-used.

10. Teflon oil seal rings should not be removed unless damaged.

11. During assembly of each unit, all internal moving parts must be lubricated with transmission fluid.

Oil Cooler Pipes

If replacement of transmission steel tubing cooler pipes is required, use only double wrapped and brazed steel

tubing m eeting Holden Specification 123M or equivalent. Under no circum stances is c opper or aluminium tubing to

be used to replace steel tubing. These materials do not have satisf actory fatigue durability to withstand normal car

vibrations.

Steel tubing should be flared using the double flare method.

Clean and Inspect

After complete disassembly of a component, wash all metal parts in a clean solvent and dry with compressed air.

Blow oil passages out and chec k to m ake sur e they are not obstructed. Small pass ages s hould be chec ked with tag

wire. All parts should be inspected to determine which parts are to be replaced.

Pay particular attention to the following:

1. Inspect linkage and pivot points for excessive wear.

2. Bearing and thrust surfaces of all parts should be checked for excessive wear and scoring.

3. Check for broken seal rings, damaged ring lands and damaged threads.

4. Inspect seal and O-rings.

5. Mating surfac es of c astings should be check ed for bur rs. Irregularities m ay be rem oved by lapping the surf ace

with emery paper. The emery paper is laid on a flat surface, such as a piece of plate glass.

6. Castings should be checked for cracks and porosity.

NOTE: Do not use solvents on neoprene seals, composition faced clutch plates or thrust washers as damage to

parts may occur.

2. MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK

GENERAL INFORMATION

W hen adding or c hanging the transm ission fluid, use only Dexron® III (to Holden’s Spec ification HN2126). Ref er to

the Owner's Handbook for servicing intervals.

Because this transmission fluid changes colour and smell very early in its life, these indicators should not

necessarily be relied upon to diagnose either transmission internal condition nor fluid deterioration.

Reference to the Fluid Checking Procedure shows that a dark brown fluid colour, coupled with a delayed shift

pattern, may only indicate that the fluid requires replacement and alone, is not a definite indication of a potential

transmission failure.

NOTE Do not overfill the transmission. Overfilling will cause f oaming of the fluid, loss of fluid, shif t complaints and

possible damage to the transmission.

TRANSMISSION FLUID COLOUR

Transmission fluid colour when new and unused, is red. A red dye is added so that it can be distinguished from

other oils and lubricants. The red dye is not an indicator of fluid quality and is not permanent. As the vehicle is

driven, the transmission fluid will quickly begin to look darker in colour. The colour will then appear light brown.

A DARK brown colour with a distinctively burnt odour MAY indicate fluid deterior ation and a need for the fluid to be

changed.

TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKING PROCEDURE

1. Start engine and drive vehicle for a distance of 24 km, or until transmission normal operating temperature is

reached.

NOTE: As temperature greatly affects transmission fluid levels, this operation must only be carried out with the

transmission at normal operating temperature (82 - 94° C).

If the vehicle is not at normal operating temperature, and the proper checking procedures are not followed, a false

reading of the fluid level on the dipstick could result.

2. Park vehicle on level ground.

3. With the foot brake firmly applied, move gear selector through each gear range, pausing for approximately three

seconds in each range. Finish in the 'PARK' position.

4. Apply park brake, then let the engine idle for three minutes with accessories turned off.

5 Lift the lock ing lever on the colour ed dipstick , rem ove the dipstick , wipe clean and reinstall. W ait three seconds

then remove again and check fluid colour, condition and level.

6. If the fluid level is low, add only enough Dexron® III to bring the level into the “HOT” area.

! Inacc urate fluid level readings will r esult if checked im mediately after the vehicle has been operated under any

or all of the following conditions:

a. In high ambient temperatures above 32° C.

b. At sustained high speeds.

c. In heavy city traffic during hot weather.

d. Towing.

e. In commercial use (e.g. taxi).

! If the vehicle has been operated under these conditions, switch the engine of f and allow the vehicle to 'cool' f or

approximately thirty minutes. After the cool-down period, re-start the vehicle and continue from step 2.

4L60-E TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECKING PROCEDURE

STEP ACTION YES NO

1. Check the fluid colour.

Is the fluid colour red? Go to Step 2 Go to Step 11

2. Is the fluid level satisfactory ? Go to Step 20 Go to Step 3

3. Check the fluid.

Is the fluid foamy? Go to Step 8 Go to Step 4

4. Check the fluid level. The correct fluid level should be in the

middle of the cross-hatch.

Is the level high?

Go to Step 9 Go to Step 5

5. Fluid will be low.

Add fluid to the correct fluid level.

Is the fluid level satisfactory?

Go to Step 6 Go to Step 1

6. Check for external leaks.

Were any leaks present? Go to Step 7 Go to Step 20

7. Correct the fluid leak condition.

Is action complete? Go to Step 20

8. Is the fluid level too high? Go to Step 9 Go to Step 10

9. Remove excess fluid to adjust to the correct fluid level.

Is action complete? Go to Step 20

10. 1. Check for contaminants in the fluid.

2. Drain the fluid to determine the source of contamination.

Is action complete?

Go to Step 15

11. Is the fluid colour a non-transparent pink? Go to Step 12 Go to Step 13

12. Replace the leaking radiator and cooler assembly.

Is the action complete? Go to Step 15

13. The fluid colour should be light brown. Transmission fluid may

turn dark with normal use. This does not always indicate

oxidation or contamination.

Is the fluid colour light brown?

Go to Step 14 Go to Step 1

14. Drain the fluid to determine if the fluid is contaminated. A very

small amount of material in the bottom of the oil pan is a normal

condition, but larger pieces of metal or other material in the

bottom of the oil pan are not and the transmission requires an

overhaul.

Was the fluid contaminated?

Go to Step 15 Go to Step 18

15. Overhaul the transmission or fit a SRTA unit. Refer to Section

7C5 Unit Repair of the VT Series I Service Information.

Is action complete?

Go to Step 16

16. Flush the cooler/s.

Is action complete? Go to Step 17

17. Add new fluid.

Is action complete? Go to Step 19

18. Change the fluid and filter.

Is action complete? Go to Step 19

19. Is the fluid level satisfactory? If not, correct as necessary.

Is action complete? Go to Step 20

20. Refer to Functional Test Procedure, in Section 7C3,

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION – HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL

DIAGNOSIS of the VT Series II Service Information.

Is action complete?

Fluid Checking

Procedure

Completed

2.2 FLEXPLATE AND/OR TORQUE CONVERTER VIBRATION TEST

Should an im balance condition with either of these

two components be suspected, then the following

procedures should be followed. If this condition is

detected on any V6 engined model, then refer to

7C4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ON-VEHICLE

SERVICING of the VT Series I Service Information.

EVALUATION – GEN III V8 ENGINE

1. Start the engine and run until normal operating

temperature is reached.

2. With the engine at idle speed and the

transmission in "PARK" or "NEUTRAL", observe

the vibration condition.

3. Stop the engine.

RECTIFICATION – GEN III V8 ENGINE

1. Disconnect the battery earth connection.

2. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Section

6D3-2 STARTING SYSTEM - GEN III V8

engine, of the VT Series II Service Inform ation,

for the necessary procedure.

3. Rais e the vehic le and suppor t on s af ety stands.

Refer 0A GENERAL INFORMATION, of the

VT Series I Service Information for location of

recommended jacking and support points.

4. Remove the right hand close-out cover and

bolt.

5. Rotate the engine drive plate by hand, using a

suitable lever in the ring gear teeth, until a

torque converter to engine flexplate bolt

becomes accessible.

6. While locking the flexplate by inserting a

screwdriver blade or similar into the ring gear

teeth, remove the exposed torque converter to

engine flexplate bolt.

7. Rotate the f lexplate by one third of a turn, then

repeat step 6, until the three bolts have been

removed.

8. Rotate the torque converter through 1/3 turn

and reinstall the attaching bolts, after having

cleaned the threads an applying a thread

sealant such as Loctite 242 or equivalent to

Holden’s Specification HN1256, Class 2, Type

2. Tighten bolts to the correct torque

specification.

TORQUE CONVERTER TO

FLEXPLATE BOLT 60 - 70 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

9. Reinstall the right hand close-out cover and

bolt, then tighten to the correct torque

specification.

CLOSE-OUT COVER BOLT

TORQUE SPECIFICATION 10 – 14 Nm

10. Reinstall the starter motor, refer to Section

6D3-2 STARTING SYSTEM - GEN III V8

engine, of the VT Series II Service Information.

11. Start the engine and check for vibration.

Repeat the above procedure until the best

possible balance is obtained.

Figure 7C4-1

2.3 TRANSMISSION COOLER REVERSE FLUSH AND FLOW RATE CHECK –

ALL ENGINES

It is essential that a reverse flush and oil cooler flow rate check is performed, after ANY of the following

situations:

• Transmission replacement.

• If fluid contamination is suspected.

• Whenever the oil pump and/or torque converter is replaced.

NOTE: The reverse flush must be completed prior to conducting a flow rate check.

REVERSE FLUSH

The rec ommended procedur e f or rever se flushing the trans mission c ooler and lines , par ticular ly after an overhauled

or replaced transmission has been installed into the vehicle, is as follows:

1. Disconnect both cooler lines at the transmission and at the radiator cooler. Use a back-up spanner to hold

unions, to prevent damage to the lines.

2. Caref ully check the cooler inlet fitting (lower right hand s ide) to see whether any material is evident at this point.

If so, dis lodge and rem ove with a suitable tool and/or com pr essed air blown in the reverse direc tion through the

cooler.

3. Using a commercially available pressure spray gun and clean solvent, such as white spirit:

a. Back flush through both cooler lines.

b. Back flush through the cooler/s, including the external cooler (if fitted).

c. Blow compressed air through return and inlet pipes to remove solvent.

d. Flush pipes with transmission fluid.

4. Reconnect cooler lines to the transmission and cooler but leave the cooler return line to transmission

connection open.

5. Conduct a flow rate test as described below, to ensure that any restriction has been cleared.

6. If flow rate is satisfactory, reconnect the return line to the transmission, tightening all fittings to the specified

torque.

OIL COOLER PIPES TO

TRANSMISSION FITTING 35 – 41 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION (All Engines)

OIL COOLER HOSE TO RADIATOR 25 – 30 Nm

PIPE TORQUE SPECIFICATION (V6 Engines Only)

7. Lower vehicle and check fluid level as detailed in 2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK, in this Section.

FLOW RATE CHECK

CAUTION: Do not run engine any longer than absolutely necessary, as too low a fluid level can cause

aeration and foaming.

1. When installing the transmission assembly, leave the cooler return line disconnected from the transmission

(upper fitting).

2. Ensure that the fluid level is to the recommended level, as detailed in 2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK, in this

Section.

3. Place a container underneath the disconnected cooler line.

4. With the selector lever in the Neutral position, start the engine and observe the fluid flow into the container, after

all air bubbles have ceased and a steady flow is evident. Measure the flow rate.

Result: The fluid flow rate should be approximately 0.7 litre in a 20 second period, WITH COLD AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSIO N FLUID (AT F). W ith ATF at nor mal operating tem perature (86 – 93 °C), the f low rate will increase

and should be approximately 1.2 litres in a 20 second period.

If the f low rate is less than this s pecification, the s ource of the restriction m ust be located and rect ified. Possibilities

are either radiator tank cooler, faulty flexible hoses and/or external cooler (if fitted).

5. Reinstall the cooler return line to the transmission and tighten all fittings to the specified torque.

OIL COOLER PIPES TO

TRANSMISSION FITTING 35 – 41 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION (All Engines)

OIL COOLER HOSE TO RADIATOR 25 – 30 Nm

PIPE TORQUE SPECIFICATION (V6 Engines Only)

3. ON-VEHICLE SERVICE OPERATIONS

3.1 SELECTOR CONTROL LEVER ASSEMBLY

REMOVE

1. Raise vehicle and place on safety stands.

Refer 0A GENERAL INFORMATION of the VT

Series I Service Information for the location of

recommended jacking points.

2. Remove centre console insert (refer

1A3 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE,

of the VT Series I Service Information).

3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1)

from the control lever assembly patch harness.

4. From beneath vehicle, disconnect rod from

selector lever by removing bolt securing

trunnion to lever (refer to

3.2 SELECTOR LINKAGE in 7C4 ON-

VEHICLE SERVICING, of the VT Series I

Service Information).

5. Remove the f our nuts s ec uring the control lever

assembly to the floor pan.

6. From inside the vehicle, lift the control lever

assembly from the floor pan.

Figure 7C4-2

DISASSEMBLE

1. Clamp a 100 mm length of suitable diameter

tubing (1) such as 8 mm ID, vertically in a

bench vice, as shown.

2. Select the ‘Park’ position and locate the

protruding end of the selector lever roll pin,

over the tubing, on the metal side of the

selector handle.

3. Using a suitable sized pin punch (2) and

hammer, remove the roll pin.

Figure 7C4-3

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4. Remove the selector handle securing screw.

Figure 7C4-4

5. With the lower select or lever clam ped in a vic e,

hold the selector knob as shown and remove

by roc king bac k and for th while firm ly pulling on

the handle.

6. Remove the selector knob, button slider and

slider spring from the selector handle. The

lower slider guide (and lower s pr ing) will rema in

in the handle.

Figure 7C4-5

7. Carefully prise the upper housing from the

lower, freeing the four locating tangs.

NOTE: If more convenient, the lower housing can

be separated from the base plate. See step 12 in

this Disassembly procedure.

Figure 7C4-6

8. Rem ove the selec tor indicator globe and holder

from the lower housing and the patch harness

connector/s from the switch/es. Release the

wiring harness connector from the lower

housing and remove the patch harness from

the selector lever mechanism.

NOTE: The patch harness connectors are different

colours; White for the ‘PWR’ switch and Black for

the ‘TRAC CTRL’ switch (if fitted).

Figure 7C4-7

9. Remove the selector slide indicator (3) and

globe diffuser (4) from the lower housing (5).

Figure 7C4-8

10. If required, the selector indicator lens can be

removed from the upper housing by pressing

from the outside, inwards.

Figure 7C5-9

11. To remove the ‘PWR’ switch or ‘TRAC CTRL’

switch ( if f itted), us e a s mall bladed sc rewdriver

and lever one of the locating tangs under the

lower housing to free the switch. Remove from

above, as shown.

Figure 7C4-10

12. To separate the lower housing from the base

plate, use a small bladed screwdriver to

depress eac h of the four retaining tangs on the

lower housing (arrow), while applying a

separating force to both components.

Figure 7C4-11

13. To dismantle the base (1), use a T15 Torx bit

and suitable socket equipment to remove the

four Torx screws (2), securing the lower

bearing plate to the base.

Figure 7C4-12

14. Lif t the lower bearing plate ( 1) free to reveal the

shift lever s haf t (2 ) and the bear ing plate O- r ing

seal (3).

NOTE: The outer bearing half is formed as part of

the lower bearing plate.

Figure 7C4-13

15. Lift the selector lever and handle (1) free from

the base (2), by lifting up and to the left (arr ow),

to clear the inner bush (3).

16. Slide the inner bush (3) from the shaft and set

to one side (the bush may stay in the housing

when the shaft is removed).

NOTE: The inner bush is index ed to the bor e of the

base plate.

Figure 7C4-14

17. Separ ate the upper bush (1) half from the base

(2) by prising free with a screwdriver blade to

free the inner barbed locating tang (arrow).

18. Lift the sealing O-ring (3) from the base and

discard, as it must be replaced on reassembly.

Figure 7C4-15

19. If requir ed, the lower slider guide (1) and spring

(2) can be removed from the handle (3) by

prising free with a small bladed screwdriver (4).

Figure 7C4-16

REASSEMBLE

Reassembly is the opposite of the disassembly

process, noting the following points:

1. If the lower slider guide was removed during

the disassembly process, carefully check that

damage has not been caused to the four

retaining protrusions on the sides of the slider

guide (arrow in Fig. 7C4-16). Replace as

required.

2. Before installation of the lower slider guide,

apply multi-purpose chassis grease such as

NLGI No. 1 Lithium grease (meeting Holden

Specification HN 1225) to the inner surfaces,

then press into place in the handle, ensuring

that the retaining protrusions are all engaged.

Install the lower slider guide spring, retaining

with the previously applied grease.

3. Fit a NEW O-ring seal (1) around the lower

aperture of the base (2) and secure by

installing the upper bush half (3), ensuring that

the locking barb is fully installed into the base.

Figure 7C4-17

4. Apply multi-purpose chassis grease such as

NLGI No. 1 Lithium grease (meeting Holden

Specification HN 1225) to the inner bush (1)

and the upper half of the outer bush (2).

5. Install the inner bush (1) to the base (3),

aligning the split in the bush (arrow) with the

key in the bush bore of the base (3).

Figure 7C4-18

6. Install the shift handle shaft through the base,

align the inner pin and install the shaft to the

previously installed, inner bush.

Figure 7C4-19

7. After applying multi-purpose chassis grease

such as NLGI No. 1 Lithium grease (Holden

Specification HN 1225) to the lower half of the

shaft bush, install the lower cover (1) to the

base (3), ens uring that the O - ring seal (2) is not

displaced.

Figure 7C4-20

8. Secure cover (1) by installing four screws (2),

tightening with a T15 Torx bit and suitable

socket equipment. Do not over-tighten screws.

Figure 7C4-21

9. Before reinstallation, either switch can be

tested by referring to

Section 12L, ABS & ABS/ETC, of the VT

Series I Service Information, as both switches

are the same.

10. When reinstalling the lower cover assembly to

the base, ensure that the four retaining barbs

(arrow) are fully engaged in the base. Four

distinct ‘clicks’ should be heard.

Figure 7C4-22

11. W hen installing the roll pin to the button slider,

it will be helpf ul to us e a guide pin to as sis t with

hole alignment. Use the tube clamped in vice

jaws as described for removal, bearing against

the metal side of the selector handle.

Important: Careful alignment of the selector

handle and the button slider is required, if

irreparable damage to the button slider is to be

avoided.

12. Install the pin sufficient to engage each of the

moulded selector detents in the base (arrow).

Figure 7C4-23

REINSTALL

1. Clean m ating surfaces of floor pan and inspect

the base seal for damage, replacing if

necessary.

2. Reinstall selector lever assembly to the floor

pan, install the four retaining nuts (1) and

tighten to the correct torque specification.

SELECTOR BASE RETAINING

NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION 12 - 18 Nm

3. The remainder of the reinstallation is the

reverse of the removal procedure.

4. Adjust shift linkage as detailed in

3.2 SELECTOR LINKAGE in 7C4 ON-

VEHICLE SERVICING, of the VT Series I

Service Information). Tighten the selector rod

locking bolt to the correct torque specification.

SELECTOR LEVER LOCKING

BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION 15 - 35 Nm

Figure 7C4-24

3.2 NEUTRAL START AND BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH

REMOVE

1. Raise the front of the vehicle and place on

safety stands. Refer to Section 0A, GENERAL

INFORMATION of the VT Series I Service

Information for the location of recommended

jacking points.

2. While holding the lower selector lever (3) with

an adjus table wrench, r emove the retaining nut

(2).

3. Carefully remove the lever (3) from the

transmission manual shaft.

4. Prise the wiring harness connector CPA

(Connector Position Assurance) securing pins

(5 and 6) from the neutral start and back-up

lamp switch (4), taking care not to break the

pins in the process. Disconnect the two wiring

harness connectors (7) from the switch

assembly (8).

5. Remove the two switch retaining screws (1),

then slide the switch assembly (4) over the

manual shaft and remove from the vehicle.

NOTE: Connector ‘8’ and the CPA ‘6’, will only be

fitted to those vehicles where the PRNDL indicator

is in the instrument panel.

Figure 7C4-25

REINSTALL

Reinstallation of the neutr al start and back-up lam p

switch is the reverse of the removal procedure

except for the following:

1. When installing the two switch securing

screws, leave them finger tight, until the

adjustment process has been completed.

2. After installing the selector lever and retaining

nut, hold the lever with an adjustable wrench

and tighten the nut to the correct torque

specification.

SELECTOR LEVER RETAINING

NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION 15 - 35 Nm

3. Check the selector linkage adjustment. Refer

3.2 SELECTOR LINKAGE, in 7C4

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ON-VEHICLE

SERVICING of the VT Series I Service

Information.

4. On completion of the neutral start and back-up

lamp s witch adjustment pr ocedure that follows,

check that the engine can only be started when

the gearshift lever is either in the ‘P’ (Park) or

‘N’ (Neutral) positions.

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ADJUST

1. With the vehicle raised, rotate the neutral start

and back-up lamp switch back and forth until

the best ‘neutral’ position is attained, then

lightly tighten the front bolt to retain.

2. With the ignition switched to the ON position,

check that the engine can be started in both

the Park and Neutral selector positions only. A

further light adjustment may be required to

achieve this state.

Also chec k that the engine will not crank in any

of the remaining s elector positions and that the

Reverse lamps illum inate when Reverse range

is selected.

3. After switch adjustment, tighten the switch

retaining bolts to the correct torque

specification.

NOTE: To gain access to the rear bolt, it will be

necessar y to rem ove the wiring harness connec tor.

Following the bolt tightening procedure, reinstall the

connector/s and the CPA securing pin/s.

NEUTRAL START & BACK-UP

LAMP SW ITCH RETAINING BOLT 15 - 35 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

4. Lower the vehicle to the ground and check the

operation of the neutr al start and back -up lamp

switch. The vehicle should only start in either

‘P’ (Park) or ‘N’ (Neutral) ranges and the

reverse lamps should only illuminate when the

‘R’ (Reverse) range is selected.

3.3 FILLER TUBE – GEN III V8 ENGINE

REPLACE

1. Disconnect the battery earth lead.

2. Release the dipstick lock down lever (1) and

remove the transmission dipstick.

3. Rem ove the bolt (2) secur ing transmis sion filler

tube (3) to the right hand cylinder head.

4. Using a twisting/pulling motion, remove filler

tube (3) from the transmission case seal (4).

5. Release the transmission breather tube from

the dipstick bracket (arrow), after lowering the

dipstick enough to gain access.

6. Lubr ic ate a new the filler tube s eal (4) , lubr icate

with transmission fluid and install into

transmission case .

7. Reinstall the filler tube (2) in the reverse order

to removal but secure the transmission

breather hose to the hole in the filler tube

brack et (arrow), bef ore the tube is installed into

the transmission case seal (4).

8. Tighten the filler tube bracket retaining bolt (2)

to the correct torque specification.

FILLER TUBE RETAINING

BRACKET BOLT 20 - 30 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Figure 7C4-26

3.4 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY – GEN III V8 ENGINE

REMOVE

1. Disconnect the battery earth lead.

2. Raise vehicle and place on safety stands.

Refer to Section 0A, GENERAL

INFORMATION of the VT Series I Service

Information for the location of recommended

jacking points.

3. Place drip tray beneath transmission.

4. Remove the filler tube retaining bolt from the

rear of the right hand cylinder head. Refer

3.2 FILLER TUBE – GEN III V8 ENGINE.

5. Plug filler tube hole to prevent dirt entry.

6. Remove propeller shaft assembly: Refer to

4C PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL

JOINTS of the VT Series I Service Information.

7. Disconnect electrical connectors from vehicle

speed sensor, oxygen sensors and neutral

back up lamp switch.

8. Hold the transmission selector lever with an

adjustable wrench while loosening the retaining

nut. Remove the selector lever from the

manual shaft.

9. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Section

6D3-2 STARTING SYSTEM - GEN III V8

engine, of the VT Series II Service Inform ation,

for the necessary procedure.

10. Remove the right hand close-out cover and

bolt.

11. Rotate the engine drive plate by hand, using a

suitable lever in the ring gear teeth, until a

torque converter to engine flexplate bolt

becomes accessible.

12. While holding the starter m otor ring gear with a

suitable lever, loosen then remove the torque

converter to engine flexplate bolt. Rotate the

engine and rem ove the r emaining two bolts in a

similar manner.

13. Mark relative position of torque converter and

flexplate, then remove three torque converter to

flexplate attaching bolts. Discard the removed

bolts.

Figure 7C4-27

14. Remove the left close-out cover and bolt.

Figure 7C4-28

15. Rem ove the two bolts ( 2) securing the catalytic

converter bracket (1) to each catalytic

converter.

Figure 7C4-29

16. Using a s criber or sim ilar, m ark the relationship

of the engine rear crossmember (2) to the

frame, to assist with alignment on reinstallation.

17. Support the transmission. Do not place the

support under the case extension or oil pan.

18. Remove the four bolts (3) holding the rear

cross m em ber (2) to the fram e, r em ove the rear

support to crossmember nuts (4), then remove

the crossmember from the vehicle.

19. Remove the rear mount to transmission

extension housing bolts (5), then remove the

mount (1) and the catalytic converter bracket

(6) from the vehicle.

Figure 7C4-30

20. Lower rear of transmission enough to provide

sufficient clearance, without placing any strain

on any electrical wiring and remove electrical

connector from the transmission as follows:

NOTE: Take care when lowering rear of

transmission that the engine oil pan does not

contact or damage the power steering rack and/or

fluid pipes.

If required, remove the steering rack from the

crossmember and let hang from the tie rods, after

disconnecting the input shaft coupling and fluid

feed and return pipes. Refer to 9A STEERING of

the VT Series II Service Information for more detail.

• Roll back the dust boot from the connector, to

gain access to the connector.

• Squeeze the widest side of the connector

inwards (A) and PULL DIRECTLY UPWARD.

Important: Do not wriggle the connector from

side to side while removing it! If this situation

occurs, there is a very real possibility of the

connector pins being permanently damaged.

21. While the rear of the transmission is lowered,

disconnect the breather and cooler pipes from

transmission and plug connections, both in the

transmission and the pipe ends themselves, to

prevent dirt entry.

Figure 7C4-31

22. Remove the wiring harness CPA (Connector

Position Assurance) security pins (1 and 2)

from the neutral star t and back- up lamp switch,

then remove connectors (3 and 4) from the

switch.

NOTE: Connector ‘4’ and the CPA ‘2’, will only be

fitted to those vehicles where the PRNDL indicator

is in the instrument panel.

23. Remove the wiring harness clip retaining

screws from both the right and left sides of the

transmission case, then secure the harness to

one side.

24. Lower r ear of transm iss ion further if necess ary,

to gain access to the converter housing bolts.

Then, using a long socket extension, a

universal joint and a suitable size socket,

remove the remaining converter housing bolts.

25. Support transmission assembly on a suitable

cradle and secure. Also place a suitable

support under engine oil pan to support engine

after transmission has been removed.

Figure 7C4-32

26. Remove transmission assembly from the

vehicle.

27. Install s uitable converter holding tool to prevent

converter becoming dislodged.

REINSTALL

Reinstallation is the reverse of the removal

procedure, noting the following points:

1. Ensure transmission and engine mating

surfaces are clean and free of burrs.

2. Lubricate the torque converter spigot with

wheel bearing greas e to Holden’s Specification

HN1227, prior to installation.

3. Ensure that engine block locating dowels

completely enter torque converter housing

holes.

4. Prior to reinstalling NEW converter to flexplate

bolts, ensure locating marks on converter and

flexplate are aligned.

NOTE: Remove the small access hole cover plate

(if fitted) in the lower rear surface of the torque

converter housing and lever the torque converter

forward, prior to installing and tightening the torque

converter to flexplate attaching bolts. Reinstall the

access hole cover plate.

5. Apply thread sealant such as Loctite 242 or

equivalent to Holden’s Specification HN1256,

Class 2, Type 2 to the cleaned torque converter

bolt threads. T ighten bolts to the correct torque

specification.

TORQUE CONVERTER TO

ENGINE FLEXPLATE BOLT 60 - 70 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

6. Reinstall both the left and right hand close-out

covers, install the retaining screw in each and

tighten to the correct torque specification.

CLOSE-OUT COVER RETAINING

BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION 10 – 14 Nm

7. Reinstall the starter motor. Refer to Section

6D3-2 STARTING SYSTEM - GEN III V8

engine, of the VT Series II Service Inform ation,

for the necessary procedure.

Figure 7C4-33

8. Install the eight torque converter housing to

engine block bolts, tightening in sequence as

shown, to the correct torque specification.

TORQUE CONVERTER HOUSING

TO ENGINE CYLINDER BLOCK 4 0 - 60 Nm

BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION

NOTE: Ensure that the s tarter m otor heat shield (2,

3 and 4) is installed under bolts ‘2’ and ‘5’, refer

Fig’s. 7C4-32/33.

9. The oil filler tube seal must be installed into

transm ission bef ore installation of the f iller tube

to avoid damage to the seal.

NOTE: The transmission breather tube must also

be sec ured to the f iller tube brac k et before the tube

is installed.

10. Prior to installing the wiring harness connector

to the transmission, check that all connector

pins and seals are in sound condition. Push

down on the connector body until a 'click' is

heard. Secure the wiring harness to the

transmission with a screw on each side.

11. T ighten all bolts and nuts to the tor que settings,

as spec ified in 5. T ORQUE SPECIF ICATIO NS,

in this Section.

Important: Refer to 2.4 TRANSMISSION

COOLER REVERSE FLUSH AND FLOW RATE

CHECK in this Section for vital information on

this requirement.

12. Lower vehicle and check fluid level, refer to

2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK, in this Section.

13. Road test vehicle to ensure correct operation.

Figure 7C4-34

3.5 TRANSMISSION COOLER

SUMMARY

There are a number of different arrangements for the automatic transmission oil coolers fitted to VT Series II

vehicles, that are summarised here.

V6 Naturally Aspirated – A lar ge capacity cooler is m ounted in the left hand radiator header tank, plus an external

auxiliary cooler, is located in front of the air conditioning condenser (if fitted).

V6 Supercharged – A smaller capacity cooler is located in each of the radiator header tanks, plus an external

auxiliary cooler, is mounted in front of the air conditioning condenser.

Introduced as a change to the V6 Supercharged engine available in VT Series II vehicles, from production serial

number L518684 and a pr oduction date of O c tober 18, 1999, the number of transm is sion oil coolers was reduced to

one (located in the left hand radiator tank) but with an increased capacity. The arrangement of pipes and hoses

then became common with the Naturally Aspirated V6 engine.

The cooling fans have also been commonised with the V6 Naturally Aspirated engine, now being 200 W. Service

operations for the revised fans though, remains unchanged.

GEN III V8 Engine – A large capacity cooler is located in each of the radiator header tanks. No external cooler is

required.

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3.6 TRANSMISSION COOLER PIPES/HOSES

REMOVE

Auxiliary Oil Cooler Hoses – All V6 Engines

1. Place a drain tray beneath the front of the

vehicle.

2. Remove front bumper bar assembly. Refer

1D BUMPER BARS of the VT Series I Service

Information.

3. Disconnect the two transmission oil cooler

hoses (2 and 3), at the auxiliary oil cooler (1).

To prevent foreign matter entry, plug all open

connection points.

Figure 7C4-35

4. Hold the union (2) at the top left of the radiator

tank with a back-up spanner and disconnect

the oil cooler hose (1) from that location.

Figure 7C4-36

5. Remove the clips (arrows) securing the oil

cooler pipes to each other.

6. While using a back-up spanner on the oil

cooler hose fitting (3), disconnect the

transmission return line pipe.

7. Rem ove both auxiliary oil cooler pipe and hose

assemblies from the vehicle.

Radiator Cooler Pipes

V6 Naturally Aspirated & V6 Supercharged

Engines (after the breakpoint – see

3.5 TRANSMISSION COOLER, Summary).

1. While using a back-up spanner on the

transmission feed cooler hose fitting (4),

disconnect the oil cooler pipe flare nut.

2. Hold the union at the lower left of the radiator

tank (5) with a back-up spanner and disconnect

the oil cooler pipe from that location.

3. Remove the radiator cooler pipe from the

vehicle.

Figure 7C4-37

Techline

V6 Supercharged Engine (Before the breakpoint

– see 3.5 TRANSMISSION COOLER,

Summary).).

1. If the auxiliary oil cooler hoses/pipes have not

been removed, refer to this service operation

earlier in this Section.

2. While using a back-up spanner on the

transmission feed cooler hose connection (4),

disconnect the oil c ooler pipe flare nut f rom the

radiator end.

3. Hold the union at the lower right (5) of the

radiator tank with a back-up spanner and

disconnect the oil cooler pipe from that

location.

4. Repeat step 3 for the remaining unions on the

upper right (6) and lower left (7) of the radiator

header tanks.

5. If not removed in a previous operation, remove

the clips securing the oil cooler pipes to each

other (arrows).

6. Remove radiator cooler pipes from the engine

bay area.

Figure 7C4-38

Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes - All V6 Engines

1. Remove the clamp bolt securing the

transmission return line pipe to the front of the

engine.

2. Remove the clamp bolt (1) securing the

transmission cooler pipes (2) to the right hand

side of the engine, as shown.

3. Using a pipe spanner, loosen then remove the

transmission cooler pipes from the

transmission fittings (3).

NOTE 1: Use a back-up spanner on the

transmission fittings.

NOTE 2: Applying heat to the pipe spanner and

bending it slightly to modify its shape, will assist in

the loosening process.

4. Remove the cooler pipes (2) from the vehicle

and separate if required, by removing the pipe

clip.

NOTE: While the engine shown is the V6

supercharged unit, the naturally aspirated V6

version pipe layout is the same.

Figure 7C4-39

For GEN III V8 Powered Vehicles:

NOTE: As an auxiliary, external oil cooler is not

used with the GEN III V8 engine, the oil cooler hose

rem oval proc edures des cribed her e, will only ref lect

this transmission cooler arrangement.

Oil Cooler Hoses:

NOTE: As the two cooler hoses can be reinstalled

on the incorrec t radiator cooler pipes, takes note of

the locations on rem oval. For production purposes,

white adhesive tape is applied to the correc t mating

parts (‘A’).

1. Dis connect the tr ansmiss ion oil cooler hose (3)

quick connect fittings (2), using Tool No.

AU525, as follows:

Figure 7C4-40

a. Grasp the cooler hose and while pushing

down on Tool AU525 as shown, push up

on the hose to release the connection.

Repeat for the second hose, as required.

Plug hose and oil cooler pipe openings to

prevent foreign matter entry.

Important: If the quick connect release tool is not

available and the coolant line, flar e nut connections

are r emoved at the radiator tank, then it is vital that

a 25 mm back-up spanner is used on the radiator

tank fitting before loosening the pipe flare nuts!

If a fitting is loosened in error, then it must be

replaced with a new part, as micro-encapsulated

sealant is used on the fitting threads that requires

part replacement. Refer to Radiator Repair

Procedure in 6B3 ENGINE COOLING – GEN III V8

ENGINE of the VT Series II Service Information.

NOTE: As the hoses are permanently fitted to the

cooler pipes leading to and from the transmission,

if hose replacement is required, then the pipe/hose

combination must be fitted.

Figure 7C4-41

Radiator Cooler Pipes

1. Release the clip (1 in Fig. 7C4-39), while

holding the cooler pipes together.

2. Hold the union at the upper right of the radiator

tank (2) with a back-up spanner and disconnect

the oil cooler pipe (1) from that location.

3. If the lower pipe is to be removed, then repeat

step 1 for pipe connections ‘3’ and ‘4’.

4. Remove the radiator lower cross-over pipe

from the vehicle.

Figure 7C4-42

Transmission Oil Cooler Pipes (Refer Fig. 7C4-43)

1. Remove the clamp bolt securing the transmission cooler pipes to the left hand front of the engine (2).

2. Remove the clamp bolt (3) securing the transmission cooler pipes (4) to the neutral safety and back-up lamp

switch.

3. Using a pipe spanner, loosen, then remove the transmission cooler pipes from the transmission fittings (1).

NOTE 1: Use a back-up spanner on the transmission fittings.

NOTE 2: Applying heat to the pipe spanner and bending it slightly to modify it, will assist in the loosening process.

4. Remove the cooler pipes (4) from the vehicle and separate if required, by removing the pipe clip.

Figure 7C4-43

REINSTALL

The reinstallation process of the oil cooler

pipes/hoses, is the reverse to removal, except for

the following:

V6 Engines

1. When tightening oil cooler pipes/hoses to the

radiator fittings(2, 5, 6, and 7), ALW AYS use a

back -up spanner on the radiator f lare nut fitting

BEFORE tightening the flare nuts to the corr ect

torque specification.

TRANSMISSION COOLER HOSE/PIPE

FLARE NUT TO RADIATOR FITTING 25 – 30 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

NOTE: The V6 Supercharged engine, automatic

transmission oil cooler arrangement (prior to the

stated breakpoint) is shown. For the V6 Naturally

Aspirated and Supercharged engines (after the

stated br eakpoint), the only radiator flare nut f ittings

requiring the procedure detailed in Step 1, are (2

and 7).

Figure 7C4-44

2. Before tightening the transmission oil cooler

pipe fittings (1) to the radiator hose fittings (2),

a back-up spanner MUST be used on the oil

cooler hose fittings (2) BEFORE tightening to

the correct torque specification.

OIL COOLER HOSE FI TTING TO

RADIATOR PIPE FITTING 25 – 30 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Figure 7C4-45

GEN III V8 Engine

1. Remove plugs installed in transmission cooler

pipe and hose openings, before reinstalling

cooler hose quic k connect f ittings. T ug on each

to ensure correct installation.

2. Ensure that all pipe clamps are fitted correctly

and that pipe/hose routings are as in Fig. 7C4-

42.

3. Ensure that all fasteners and fittings are

tightened to the correct torque specifications.

TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER PI P E

TO RADIATOR SIDE TANK F LA RE 25 - 30 Nm

NUT TORQUE S PECIFICATIO N

NOTE: A back - up s panner must always be used on

the radiator side tank cooler pipe flare nut fittings to

avoid disturbing the thread sealant applied at

manufacture.

OIL COOLER PIPE TO

TRANSMISSION FLARE NUT 35 – 41 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

NOTE: A back-up spanner must always be used on

the transmission cooler pipe flare nut fittings when

tightening the pipes.

Figure 7C4-46

TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER PIPE

BRACKET SCREW 20 – 35 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

NEUTRAL START AND BACK-UP

LAMP SW ITCH SCREW 15 – 35 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

NOTE: If the neutr al start and back -up lam p switch

position is altered when one of the mounting

screws is removed, then check the switch

adjustment as detailed in 3.1 NEUTRAL START

AND BACK-UP LAMP SWITCH, Adjust, in this

Section.

4. Top up transmission fluid level as required,

road test to check vehicle operation, then

check for fluid leaks. Refer to

2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK in this Section.

3.7 AUXILIARY OIL COOLER

REMOVE

1. Remove front bumper bar assembly. Refer

1D BUMPER BARS of the VT Series I Service

Information.

2. Place a dr ip tray beneath the auxiliary oil cooler

assembly.

3. Disconnect the two transmission oil cooler hose

(1 and 2) fittings at the auxiliary oil cooler (4).

To prevent foreign matter entry, plug all open

connection points.

4. Remove the auxiliary cooler mounting bracket

retaining scr ews (6) , then remove the cooler (4)

and bracket assembly (5) from the vehicle.

5. If required, remove the four nuts (3) securing

the auxiliary cooler to the mounting brackets

(5), then remove them from the vehicle.

Figure 7C4-47

REINSTALL

The ins tallation proc es s of the auxiliary oil cooler , is

the reverse to removal, except for the following:

1. Ensure that all fasteners and fittings are

tightened to the correct torque specifications.

OIL COOLER HOSE FITTINGS TO

AUXILIARY COOLER 25 - 35 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

AUXILIARY COOLER TO

MOUNTING BRACKET NUTS 5.0 – 12.0 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

AUXILIARY COOLER MOUNTING

BRACKET SCREWS 1.0 - 2.5 Nm

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

2. Reinstall the front bumper bar assembly, refer

to 1D BUMPER BARS of the VT Series I

Service Information.

3. Start the engine and check the fluid level,

topping up as required.

4. Road test the vehicle to check for correct

operation and until fluids are at normal

operating tem peratur e. Chec k for leak s and top

up transm iss ion fluid level as r equired. Refer to

2.1 FLUID LEVEL CHECK in this Section.

4. SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE: For a complete listing of specifications as they apply to components not discussed in this Section, refer to

Section 7C4 HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: ON-VEHICLE SERVICING AND

Section 7C5 HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: UNIT REPAIR, of the VT Series I Service

Information.

GENERAL:

Type........................................................................ Hydra-matic 4L60-E

Transmission Code................................................. V6 Engine - 9HFD

V6 Supercharged Engine - 9HND

GEN III V8 Engine - 9HPD

Special Features..................................................... Electronically controlled shift pattern, feel and torque

converter clutch operation

Selector Location.................................................... Floor mounted console

GEAR RATIOS:

Park (P)................................................................... -

Reverse (R)............................................................. 2.294:1

Neutral (N) .............................................................. -

Drive (D).................................................................. 0.696:1

Third (3) .................................................................. 1.000:1

Second (2) .............................................................. 1.625:1

First (1).................................................................... 3.059:1

SHIFT SPEEDS:........................................................ Refer to Section 7C3 DIAGNOSIS, in VT Series II.

OIL PRESSURE:....................................................... Refer to Section 7C3 DIAGNOSIS, in VT Series II.

TORQUE CONVERTER:

Number of Elements............................................... Three, plus torque converter clutch

Maximum Torque Ratio at Stall .............................. V6 and V6 Supercharged Engine - 1.63:1 (k=133)

GEN III V8 Engine – 1.9:1 (k=101)

Nominal Diameter................................................... V6 and V6 Supercharged Engine - 258 mm

GEN III V8 Engine - 300 mm

LUBRICANT:

Type Recommended .............................................. Dexron III (To Holden's Specification HN2126)

Capacity.................................................................. Nominal Only. Check when transmission

is at operating temperature.

Refill................................................................... V6 Engine - 4.8 litres

GEN III V8 Engine - 5.0 litres

Total (Dry).......................................................... V6 Engine - 7.9 litres

GEN III V8 Engine - 10.6 litres

Fluid Cooling...................................................... Engine coolant to fluid in one (V6 ) or both radiator

......................................................................... tanks (V6 Supercharged and GEN III V8) and

......................................................................... externally by air to fluid cooler (V6 engines only).

2 - 4 SERVO:

Selective Pin Length

1 Groove............................................................ 65.82 - 66.12 mm

2 Grooves .......................................................... 67.23 - 67.53 mm

No Groove ......................................................... 68.64 - 68.94 mm

5. TORQUE WRENCH SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE: Only those torque wrench specifications related to the operations described in this Section are included

here. For the remainder of torque wrench specifications, refer to either Section 7C4 HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-E

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: ON-VEHICLE SERVICE or Section 7C5 HYDRA-MATIC 4L60-E AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION: UNIT REPAIR, of the VT Series I Service Information.

Auxiliary Oil Cooler Mounting Bracket Screws – All V6 Engines ........................................ 1.0 - 2.5

Auxiliary Oil Cooler to Mounting Bracket Nut – All V6 Engines........................................... 5.0 - 12

Catalytic Converter Bracket Bolt to Catalytic Converter...................................................... 20 - 30

Close-out Cover Bolt (either side)....................................................................................... 10 - 14

Filler Tube Bracket Retaining Bolt - GEN III V8 Engine ................................... 20 - 30

Neutral Start and Back-up Lamp Switch Bolt...................................................................... 15 - 35

Oil Cooler Hose Fittings to Auxiliary Oil Cooler – All V6 Engines ....................................... 25 - 30

Oil Cooler Hose Fittings to Radiator – All V6 Engines ....................................................... 25 - 30

Oil Cooler Pipe Bracket Screw to Engine Block – GEN III V8 Engine................................ 15 - 35

Oil Cooler Pipe to Radiator Flare Nut Fitting – GEN III V8 Engine ..................................... 25 - 30

Oil Cooler Pipe to Transmission Fitting............................................................................... 35 - 41

Selector Lever Retaining Nut.............................................................................................. 15 - 35

Starter Motor Brace Bolt – GEN III V8 Engine.................................................................... 40 - 55

Torque Converter Housing to Engine Block Bolt – GEN III V8 Engine............................... 40 -60

Torque Converter to Engine Flexplate Attaching Bolt......................................................... 60 - 70

Transmission Crossmember to Side Frame Bolt................................................................ 30 - 30

Transmission Oil Cooler Pipe Fittings to Oil Cooler Pipes – All V6 Engines ...................... 25 - 30

Transmission Support to Crossmember Nut ...................................................................... 50 - 65

Transmission Support to Transmission Extension Housing Bolt........................................ 20 – 30

6. SPECIAL TOOLS

TOOL No. REF. IN TEXT TOOL DESCRIPTION COMMENTS

AU525 QUICK CONNECT RELEASE TOOL

AU525

New release.

Use to release the quick

connect fittings on the

automatic transmission cooler

lines at the radiator end.