OEM 2004 Cadillac SRX Automatic Transmission Filter

2004 Cadillac SRX Automatic Transmission Filter Parts and Q&A

• Q: What Tools Are Required to Service and Repair the 5L40-E Automatic Transmission Filter on 2004 Cadillac SRX?

  A: The tools needed for servicing the 5l40-e automatic transmission fluid and filter are slide hammer adapter (J 6125-1B), universal seal remover (J 23129), and transjel lubricant (J 36850). Raising the vehicle provides support before placing the suitable drain pan under the transmission fluid Drain Plug. The fluid should drain from the Drain Plug after removal until you check its appearance for signs of discoloration and contents contamination. Install the new transmission fluid Drain Plug while torquing it to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.). When removing fluid pan bolts proceed to gently strike the fluid pan with a rubber mallet before removing it. Use a drain pan before removing the fluid pan along with its gasket . Then clean all components including the magnet , pan , and bolts and gasket for any signs of damage or wear. The fluid filter extraction requires a long screwdriver to detach the seals followed by universal seal remover (J 23129) and slide hammer adapter (J 6125-1B) tools to remove the two fluid filter seals. Install two fresh fluid filter seals to the transmission fluid filter neck while treating them with transjel lubricant (J 36850) or petroleum jelly. The transmission fluid filter must be installed into the case at the same time as installing the fluid pan accompanied by the gasket while keeping in mind that fluid pan gaskets can be reused unless they show signs of damage. Follow this procedure to install the fluid pan bolting together at 11 nm torque before filling up the transmission properly and inspecting for leaks.