Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Location
Component Location
Component Locations
1 - Manual Shift Detent Lever Assembly (w/Shaft Position Switch)
2 - Trans Fluid Level Indicator
3 - Reaction Carrier Assembly
4 - Output Speed Sensor
5 - Input Carrier Assembly
6 - Output Carrier Assembly
7 - Front Differential Transfer Drive Gear
8 - Front Differential Transfer Drive Gear Support Assembly
9 - Torque Converter Assembly
10 - Park Pawl Actuator Assembly
11 - Fluid Pump Drive Link Assembly
12 - Park Pawl
13 - Front Differential Transfer Driven Gear
14 - Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear
15 - Park Gear
16 - Torque Converter and Support and Fluid Pump Housing Assembly
17 - Front Differential Carrier Assembly
18 - Front Differential Carrier Baffle
19 - Front Differential Ring Gear
20 - Front Differential Drive Pinion Gear Lube Tube
21 - 1-2-3-4 Clutch Assembly
22 - Low and Reverse Clutch Assembly (OWC)
23 - Low and Reverse Clutch
24 - 2-6 Clutch Assembly
25 - 3-5-Reverse Clutch Assembly
26 - 4-5-6 Clutch Assembly
27 - Input Speed Sensor
28 - Case Cover Assembly
29 - Control Valve Body Cover
30 - Input Shaft Speed Sensor Reluctor Wheel
31 - Control Valve Lower Body Assembly
32 - Control Valve Upper Body Assembly
33 - Control Valve Channel Plate Assembly
34 - Control Solenoid Valve Assembly (w/Body and TCM)
35 - Manual Valve
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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