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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 107 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICING)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCASE EXTENSION HOUSINGINSTALLATION
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8
Case Extension Housing: Installation
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the case extension housing with the axle seal and the O-ring.
- Install the case extension housing bolts. Tighten the case extension housing bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the vehicle speed sensor. See VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR .
- Install the transaxle brace to engine bolts. See TRANSAXLE BRACE .
- Install the right drive axle to the transaxle. See appropriate AXLE SHAFTS article in DRIVELINE/AXLES.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Fill transaxle with appropriate fluid to proper level. See LUBRICATION .
- Inspect for fluid leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.