A hopefully quick and to the point video on how to change the filter and fluid in the 4T65e transmission of you 2007 Chevy Uplander. Note this video will work on all models of the Chevy Uplander in this generation.
The exact year is for sale near me but has a tranny leak and my mechanic recently had to close his doors. You made that seem really easy an I could probably do it. Should I roll the dice ? It's 1600 bucks. Thanks and subbed, great video 👍
Likely a transmission seal, where the axles come out and go to he wheels. It would likely be fine and once you own it you can see how bad it is…lots of them leak but not critical game stopping leak.
@@Turbo231 hey thanks for the reply. The guy says it's gotta a dead battery an has been parked for a while. I guess I could just pop a new battery in an if it works I'll grab it. Worst case scenario I drop 500 at some new mechanic. Hopefully it's not that much. Thanks again Turbo
Trash in the pan sucks. I’ve have done this to probably 100 different cars & trucks. Why oh why don’t they put a drain plug on these things???? Ugh 🤦♀️ Thanks for the video bud. Good info
How is the Valvoline holding up for you? I've always read that you want to use genuine Dexron, but in many GM videos I'm seeing Valvoline. Just curious, thanks
It’s gonna take a long time to see how that falls out. Initially nothing a good working transmission still works fine, but understanding it needs to meet the specifications to put it on their label, at least that’s the assumption. I used a Napa brand Dexron on my Grand Prix that wasn’t a variety of fluids, only Dexron, the transmission is iffy, and it’s just fine. I do run a bottle of conditioner in it, but I do most transmissions over 100,000 miles.
great video! how essential is it to use the break cleaner/carburetor cleaner on the pan before reinstallation? could you get away with just any sort of household surfactant? or even just giving it a good wipe with a rag? thanks!
My 2008 uplander lost 3rd and 4th gear, was 1 quart low, going to change filter, use Lucas, hope for good results, 180,000 miles, will diagnostic tool at parts store tell me anything
Not really. I know with automatic transmissions you can measure pump pressure, but really, if it stops working, it needs a rebuild, be it clutches, bands, solenoids, other things, once you start losing gears, it’s near the end.
Thank you, just sold my Accord and am relying on my Montana Van for work. I need to make this thing last forever. Lol..I am a Honda guy, so not holding my breath.
@@Turbo231 Thanks Turbo! That’s definitely the plan. I took your advice and changed that fluid and filter. Dang..”Mr. Wigglesworth” cut the CRAP out of my thumb. Lol. I grabbed it by the bottom and my thumb went against the edge on the opening at the bottom. Like a raaaazor blade! 😳 Anyhoo, got it all put back together and then backed over my water main to my house..right as it started to thunderstorm. That was a fun fix too.😎 Anyway, thanks for your time and advice. May God bless and keep you.
I have an 06 up lander Ljs. That slips hard in 3rd or at 30 mph. Can I change the fluid in hopes it fixes itself. Or is it due to replace it’s got 171k on it
Well, at this point, what do you have to lose? Id change the fluid and drop some Lucas Transmission fix in there and see how she does, just be ready for it not to do anything because it’s mechanically damaged, but worth a shot.
Yup.. change fluid/filter & add Lucas transmission fix.. warm it up add more if needed I try blend the Lucas and dexron vi at least 70/30 ratio from there if it works great if not than damn
Then catch all u lose when dropping the pan and measure then replace exact amount you lost. Best way to know and fill is important as to much or to little can cause catastrophic failure
Hello,do you know how many freeze plugs in chevy uplander 2005 please And where are they located,am suffering i changed 3 of them and there still leaking,and thanks in advance ✋🏻☺
Put a siphon hose in your dip stick tube and remove most the tranny fluid before pulling the pan, not near as messy and easy to do with no chance of harming anything. Also nobody never flush your transmission unless you enjoy replacing gaskets or even the entire tranny. Transmission flush is a scam. However when u get near 100k or buy a used car , first thing to do is trans pan drop filter change and you'll save yourself a tranny replacement!!
@@Turbo231 mine I got a parts van the forward band broke and in order to change that I have to remove the transmission take everything out to change damage one with new one also if your in that area check and change everything else but this was a parts van just reverse works only
@@Turbo231 Seems like it’s internal, on valve body, behind cover on the side, warants a driveshaft removal etc. I bet the TCC is full of junk binding the solenoid valve at times. Would not be surprised if this car has a poor history of fluid and filter service, not to mention degrading cooler hoses.
I guess if you miss the part where I’m removing it with my hands…and also installing the new one…sure….unless you mean the engine oil filter, of which is a completely different video as this is for the Transmission.
Um, if you are agreeing that there is no serviceable fuel filter, then right on. You would need to drop the tank and pull the fuel pump to change the fuel filter. As for the transmission then this video is for you.
The exact year is for sale near me but has a tranny leak and my mechanic recently had to close his doors. You made that seem really easy an I could probably do it. Should I roll the dice ? It's 1600 bucks. Thanks and subbed, great video 👍
Likely a transmission seal, where the axles come out and go to he wheels. It would likely be fine and once you own it you can see how bad it is…lots of them leak but not critical game stopping leak.
@@Turbo231 hey thanks for the reply. The guy says it's gotta a dead battery an has been parked for a while. I guess I could just pop a new battery in an if it works I'll grab it. Worst case scenario I drop 500 at some new mechanic. Hopefully it's not that much. Thanks again Turbo
Love the OEM receptacle cleaning cover. Great video.
Trash in the pan sucks. I’ve have done this to probably 100 different cars & trucks. Why oh why don’t they put a drain plug on these things???? Ugh 🤦♀️
Thanks for the video bud. Good info
It would certainly help if you just wanted to change the fluid or even better, just lower the level in the pan so it’s easier to drop.
Trash is in there cus they’ve had a transmission flush which is bad……
How is the Valvoline holding up for you? I've always read that you want to use genuine Dexron, but in many GM videos I'm seeing Valvoline. Just curious, thanks
It’s gonna take a long time to see how that falls out. Initially nothing a good working transmission still works fine, but understanding it needs to meet the specifications to put it on their label, at least that’s the assumption. I used a Napa brand Dexron on my Grand Prix that wasn’t a variety of fluids, only Dexron, the transmission is iffy, and it’s just fine. I do run a bottle of conditioner in it, but I do most transmissions over 100,000 miles.
great video! how essential is it to use the break cleaner/carburetor cleaner on the pan before reinstallation? could you get away with just any sort of household surfactant? or even just giving it a good wipe with a rag? thanks!
Not very. Any cleaner will work, even just a good rubbing with a clean rag so it ends up clean. Take your time, as long as it’s clean, it’s good.
@@Turbo231 thank you!
My 2008 uplander lost 3rd and 4th gear, was 1 quart low, going to change filter, use Lucas, hope for good results, 180,000 miles, will diagnostic tool at parts store tell me anything
Not really. I know with automatic transmissions you can measure pump pressure, but really, if it stops working, it needs a rebuild, be it clutches, bands, solenoids, other things, once you start losing gears, it’s near the end.
Thank you, just sold my Accord and am relying on my Montana Van for work. I need to make this thing last forever. Lol..I am a Honda guy, so not holding my breath.
The key to GM cars, all of them, is keep the fluids clean and change them often. Then you can hold your breath.
@@Turbo231 Thanks Turbo! That’s definitely the plan. I took your advice and changed that fluid and filter. Dang..”Mr. Wigglesworth” cut the CRAP out of my thumb. Lol. I grabbed it by the bottom and my thumb went against the edge on the opening at the bottom. Like a raaaazor blade! 😳 Anyhoo, got it all put back together and then backed over my water main to my house..right as it started to thunderstorm. That was a fun fix too.😎 Anyway, thanks for your time and advice. May God bless and keep you.
I have an 06 up lander Ljs. That slips hard in 3rd or at 30 mph. Can I change the fluid in hopes it fixes itself. Or is it due to replace it’s got 171k on it
Well, at this point, what do you have to lose? Id change the fluid and drop some Lucas Transmission fix in there and see how she does, just be ready for it not to do anything because it’s mechanically damaged, but worth a shot.
Yup.. change fluid/filter & add Lucas transmission fix.. warm it up add more if needed I try blend the Lucas and dexron vi at least 70/30 ratio from there if it works great if not than damn
How has the ATF Maxlife held up - is it as good as people say?
It’s been great. And by great it’s been working as automatic transmission fluid. No issues.
@@Turbo231 Tried it on my transmission - it's been working good for me too - smooth shifting.
@@pingpong9656 That is good to hear.
Thanks you you help me a lot
Great video !! What was the torque specs on the pan bolts? Thanks
It’s about 10 ft/lbs.
Great thanks
and where did you find that it required 6 litres? I mean I trust you, but I'd like to know how to find these sorts of things myself :)
Experience. And the Internet forums. You can find a general consensus and buy extra in case you spill or just need more later or for a friend.
Doesn’t the owners manual tell you fluid levels?
Then catch all u lose when dropping the pan and measure then replace exact amount you lost. Best way to know and fill is important as to much or to little can cause catastrophic failure
My uplander is at 124k should i change the transmission fluid? Or is it too late?
It’s never too late. Do it now and you are probably fine.
Is the transmission dipstick the only way you can refill the transmission?
Yes.
So you didn't see it through with how much did it take? I would not want to drive my car without the proper amount of fluid in it....
That’s why you always check. Add 5 quarts and check and add from there.
Hello,do you know how many freeze plugs in chevy uplander 2005 please
And where are they located,am suffering i changed 3 of them and there still leaking,and thanks in advance ✋🏻☺
I’m not sure but can have a look next time I have the car.
Are you not supposed to run the motor change gear until all the oil is out? Saw a video that’s what the guy did
Motor change gear? Use the transmission so it’s warm and churned up, drain, changer filter, seal, fill, run to check level.
@@Turbo231 Manual has a process of running through the gears before checking level, making sure all channels and actuators are bled.
@@jonasthemovie Yeah, sorry for skipping, always run it through the gears twice to push stuff around.
Put a siphon hose in your dip stick tube and remove most the tranny fluid before pulling the pan, not near as messy and easy to do with no chance of harming anything. Also nobody never flush your transmission unless you enjoy replacing gaskets or even the entire tranny. Transmission flush is a scam. However when u get near 100k or buy a used car , first thing to do is trans pan drop filter change and you'll save yourself a tranny replacement!!
I agree, never flush, only change…but change often.
I have 2009 3.9 uplander, how many liters should I put ?
Thanks
Put in 5 and then use the dipstick to get it where it needs to be. Think about 6.5 is what this one took.
What is the tourqe for this gasket ?
Thanks to your video. I've changed my fluid
Now it runs like a dream.
Does it have transmission cap that you can put your oil?l
You use the dipstick hole.
My 2006 has 255630 mileage it stopped moving forward or reverse , please tell me what the problem could be
Your transmission is worn out.
@@Turbo231 mine I got a parts van the forward band broke and in order to change that I have to remove the transmission take everything out to change damage one with new one also if your in that area check and change everything else but this was a parts van just reverse works only
Watching this video to get a view of what´s in the pan, and to my dismay, the TCC valve body is not placed there...
Indeed, makes replacement much harder.
@@Turbo231 Got a p0741 and not sure if it is worth doing the swap.
@@jonasthemovie Yeah, I can’t recall the layout enough to know for sure where it hides.
@@Turbo231 Seems like it’s internal, on valve body, behind cover on the side, warants a driveshaft removal etc. I bet the TCC is full of junk binding the solenoid valve at times. Would not be surprised if this car has a poor history of fluid and filter service, not to mention degrading cooler hoses.
@@jonasthemovie Might be worth a can of Seafoam Trans-tune and see if you can wash some stuff out of there.
So about 7.4 quarts of automatic transmission fluid.
Just about, yes.
7.4 litros usa la uplander 3.9 o 7?
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Very glad you enjoyed it.
Factory forgot to install a drain plug.
Not really, they didn’t want you changing the fluid and not the filter. That being said I use a tube and suck it out to make it easier.
7.4 quart purchase Haynes manual
Didn't show location of oil filter.
I guess if you miss the part where I’m removing it with my hands…and also installing the new one…sure….unless you mean the engine oil filter, of which is a completely different video as this is for the Transmission.
2008 Chevy Uplander fuel filter not no transmission
Um, if you are agreeing that there is no serviceable fuel filter, then right on. You would need to drop the tank and pull the fuel pump to change the fuel filter. As for the transmission then this video is for you.