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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.
2005 Pontiac Aztek Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transaxle - Introduction & Repair Instructions
- Specifications
- Schematic and Routing Diagrams
- Component Locator
- Automatic Transmission Electronic Component Views
- Disassembled Views
- Component Location
- Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View (3.4L)
- Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector End View (3.6L)
- Automatic Transmission Internal Connector End Views
- Automatic Transmission Related Connector End Views
- Repair Instructions
- Case Porosity
- Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement
- Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Adjustment
- Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Bracket Replacement
- Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Lever Replacement
- Shift Indicator Replacement
- Floor Shift Control Replacement
- Fluid Filler Tube Replacement (LA1)
- Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Replacement
- Reverse Servo Replacement (LA1)
- Forward Servo Replacement (M76 - AWD)
- Forward Servo Replacement (M15 - FWD)
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement - Left
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Oil Seal Replacement - Right
- Oil Pressure Test Plug Replacement
- Transmission Vent Replacement
- Oil Pan Replacement
- Oil Filter and Seal Replacement
- Accumulator and 2-1 Manual Servo Replacement
- Thermo Element Replacement
- Wiring Harness Replacement
- Case Side Cover Replacement
- Module, Transmission Control - Replace
- Fluid Temperature Sensor Replacement
- Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation (TCC PWM) Solenoid Replacement
- 1-2 Shift Solenoid Valve Replacement
- 2-3 Shift Solenoid Valve Replacement
- Input Speed Sensor Replacement
- Pressure Control Solenoid (PCS) Replacement
- Transmission Fluid Pressure (TFP) Manual Valve Position Switch Replacement
- Oil Pump Replacement
- Control Valve Body Replacement
- Oil Weir Replacement
- Case Extension Housing Replacement
- Final Drive Replacement
- Output Shaft Replacement
- Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Line Quick Connect Fitting
- Transmission Fluid Cooler Connector Replacement
- Transmission Mount Inspection
- Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (LA1)
- Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (LY7)
- Transmission Mount Replacement - Left
- Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Left (LA1)
- Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement - Left (LY7)
- Automatic Transmission Mount Bracket Replacement
- Torque Converter Cover Replacement (LA1)
- Flywheel to Torque Converter Bolt Replacement (LA1)
- Transmission Replacement (LA1)
- Transmission Replacement (LY7)
- Description and Operation
- Transmission General Information
- Definitions and Abbreviations
- Transmission Identification Information
- Transmission General Description
- Transmission Component and System Description
- Transmission Adaptive Functions
- Electronic Component Description
- Transmission Control Module
- Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor
- 1-2 and 2-3 Shift Solenoid Valves
- Pressure Control Solenoid Valve
- Torque Converter Clutch Pulse Width Modulation Solenoid Valve
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Pressure Manual Valve Position Switch
- Lever Assembly/Manual Shaft Detent with Internal Mode Switch
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor
- Automatic Transmission Inline 20-Way Connector Description
- Special Tools and Equipment
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:
- • 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.
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