Control & Shift Solenoids: Installation

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation
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  1. Install the 3-2 control solenoid. Install the 3-2 control solenoid retainer. See Figure.
  2. Install the 1-2 and 2-3 shift solenoids. Install the 1-2 and 2-3 shift solenoid retainers. See Figure.
  3. Install the pressure control solenoid. Ensure the electrical tabs are facing outboard.
  4. Install the pressure control solenoid retainer and retaining bolt. Tighten the pressure control solenoid retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  5. Connect the internal wiring harness electrical connectors to the following components:
    • Transmission fluid pressure switch (1). See Figure.
    • 1-2 shift control solenoid (2).
    • 2-3 shift control solenoid (3).
    • Pressure control solenoid (4).
    • TCC PWM solenoid (5).
    • 3-2 control solenoid (6).
  6. Install the 1-2 accumulator. See ACCUMULATOR ASSEMBLYΒ .
  7. Install the transmission oil pan and filter. See DRAINING & REFILLINGΒ  under LUBRICATION.
  8. Fill transmission with appropriate fluid to proper level. See LUBRICATIONΒ .
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