Camaro, Corvette, Cadillac 6, 8, and 10 Speed Auto Trans Fluid Level Check - No Dipstick

[@warddc]

Here 6 years later watching this video. Very well done. Thank you.

[@orlandot3944]

Everysingle time i watch one of your videos i feel i just came out of the classroom with very useful knowledge that is so powerful, yet strangely easy to learn and will be hard to forget... the way you explain everything makes so much sense, you my friend have GREAT TALENT! Thank you for all the lessons.

[@WeberAuto]

My ATF fluid research has led me to discover the following information. I document it here as well as on several Wikipedia pages I created/modified on Dexron, Mercon, Mopar, and Toyota automatic transmission fluids. In 1967, Ford produced the Type-F fluid specification. The Type-F specification was intended to produce a "lifetime" fluid which would never need to be changed. This was the first of many Ford “lifetime” fluids. The 1974 Ford Car Shop Manual reads "The automatic transmission is filled at the factory with "lifetime" fluid. If it is necessary to add or replace fluid, use only fluids which meet Ford Specification M2C33F. Many other transmission manufacturers have followed with their own "Lifetime" automatic transmission fluids". GM's first "Lifetime" ATF was the Dexron-VI specification. How ATF Can Last a "Lifetime? To understand how a fluid can last a "lifetime", a study of the 1939 Chrysler Fluid Drive Fluid is helpful. The November 1954 edition of Lubrication Magazine (Published by The Texas Company, later known as Texaco) featured a story called "Evolution of the Chrysler PowerFlite Automatic Transmission." This article described the fluid used in the 1939 Chrysler Fluid Drive and its subsequent revisions and enhancements through 1954.'' A section of the feature described the lubrication of the Fluid Drive's fluid coupling, it reads ''"The fluid drive fluid coupling is partially filled with Mopar Fluid Drive Fluid, a special highly refined straight mineral oil with a viscosity of about 185 SUS at 100° F., excellent inherent oxidation stability, high viscosity index (100), excellent ability to rapidly reject air, very low natural pour point (-25° F.) , ability to adequately lubricate the pilot ball bearing and seal surface, and neutrality towards the seal bellows. '' The fluid operates under almost ideal conditions in what is essentially a hermetically sealed case, the small amount of atmospheric oxygen initially present is removed by a harmless reaction with the fluid so as to leave a residual inert (nitrogen) atmosphere. As a consequence it has not been necessary to drain and replace the fluid, and the level-check recommendation has been successively extended from the original 2,500 miles to 15,500 miles and finally to "never" - or the life of the car.'' ''Since drains and level checks were not only unnecessary but frequently harmful ( through the introduction of more air, and seal-destroying dirt) Chrysler eventually left off the tempting level inspection plugs. This mechanism is therefore one of the very few that is actually lubricated for the life of the car. There are now myriad examples of couplings that have operated well over 100,000 miles without any attention whatsoever and were still in perfect condition when the car was retired."'' The lesson learned by Chrysler with their fluid drives is applicable to modern automatic transmissions as well. Sealed Transmissions Any automatic transmission fluid will last longer if the transmission case could be hermetically sealed, but transmissions typically have two potential entry points for air: 1. The Dipstick Tube - Any transmission with a dipstick tube has the potential to let additional oxygen into the transmission through a dipstick that is not fully seated in the tube, or dipstick tube plug that is not fully seated. Even the process of checking the fluid level with a dipstick can allow additional oxygen and dirt into the transmission. Many modern transmissions do not have a dipstick, they have sealed transmission fluid level check plugs instead. By removing the traditional dipstick, the transmission manufacturer has also removed a potential entry point for oxygen; this reduces the potential for fluid oxidation. A sealed transmission will typically have longer transmission fluid life than a non-sealed transmission. 2. The Transmission Vent - Transmissions need vents to compensate for internal air pressure changes that occur with fluctuating fluid temperatures and fluctuating fluid levels during transmission operation. Without those vents, pressure could build resulting in seal and gasket leaks. Before the use of better quality base oil in ATF in the late 1990's, some older transmission breather vents contained a Transmission Air Breathing Suppressor (TABS) valve to prevent oxygen and water ingestion into their transmissions. Oxygen reacts with high temperature transmission fluid and can cause oxidation, rust, and corrosion. Automatic transmission fluids using lower quality base oil oxidized more easily than fluids using higher quality base oils. GM, and other transmission manufacturers now use smaller, remote mounted, breather vents specially designed to keep out water, but allow the a small amount of air movement through the breather as necessary. Sealed ATF Containers Any automatic transmission fluid will last longer if it comes from an unopened container 1. Use Sealed Containers - Containers storing automatic transmission fluid (ATF) should always be sealed; if exposed to the atmosphere, ATF may absorb moisture and potentially cause shift concerns. 2 '''Use New Fluid Only - When performing repairs on ATF equipped transmissions, it is important to use only new, clean ATF when refilling the transmission. Never reuse ATF. Example Maintenance Schedule GM Lifetime automatic transmission fluids made from higher quality base oil and an additive package are more chemically stabile, less reactive, and do not experience oxidation as easily as lower quality fluids made from lower quality base oil and an additive package. Therefore, higher quality transmission fluids can last a long time in normal driving conditions (Typically 100,000 miles (160,934 km) or more). The definition of 'Lifetime Fluid" differs from transmission manufacturer to transmission manufacturer. Always consult the vehicle maintenance guide for the proper service interval for the fluid in your transmission and your driving conditions. 2018 Chevrolet Colorado Example: According to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide of a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado with "Lifetime Fluid" could have two different fluid service intervals depending upon how the vehicle is driven: See my.chevrolet.com/learn/2018/Colorado 1. Normal Driving - Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label - Driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. Under "Normal" driving conditions, the automatic transmission fluid and filter never needs to be changed. 2. Severe Driving - Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather - Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain - Frequently towing a trailer - Used for high speed or competitive driving - Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. Under "Severe" driving conditions, replace automatic transmission fluid and filter every 45,000 mi (72,420 km)

[@scottbarker9058]

sorreeee/way 2 long 2 reeeed!!

[@alexandergunaka666]

I skimmed it and found nothing of importance. Which ones take ULV?

[@bernardaflores1720]

I LOVE how well put together this presentation is, keeping things nice and simple and to the point!!!!

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks so much!

[@gregs6122]

This video was so informative I actually watching the entire thing! Thank You!

[@chadpugh1490]

THE MOST detailed and clear explanation of this procedure. A few things have changed since this was published. There's an updated Mobil 1 trans fluid. Looks the same as the one he showed but it has a blue label. Still the LV ATF HP but less hydroscopic. Which is what was causing the shudder to begin with. There's also a lower temp range that GM put out. It's 93F - 113F. I use the higher range of 131F - 149F. That is now considered the track range.

[@bsh724]

I was one of the 'shudder' 8-speed owners and it occured within the first year of ownership. The Mobil 1 fluid swap was done under warranty by the dealer and it immediately took care of the problem. Here I am down the road thinking about replacing the fluid as a preventive since I plan to keep this vehicle several more years with the current market on auto prices. Your video was extremely informative and much appreciated!

[@rollinrite5863]

Dude, you rock! Please don’t stop doing what you’re doing. EXCELLENT explanation!

[@Joseph-vh5fh]

Just successfully completed a fluid change thanks to this video. Thanks so much, awesome teacher your students are very lucky.

[@theliercat4843]

I’ve learned more from this video than the 6 months I’ve spent as a lube tech at a dealership. Thank you.

[@giogarcia3777]

This was exactly what I needed to know!! Thank you very much!! My respect for you 👌🏼 I know it takes a lot of work to film everything part by part. Once again, great video, and thanks!!!

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@ishunu]

WeberAuto hey I got a 2018 Chevy Colorado 2.8 diesel Hydra-Matic 6L50 six-speed automatic. What would the torque specs be on the transmission pan bolts. Also what would be the tightening pattern

[@jamest.5001]

Genious idea with the trans fluid! From level, to all the specific fluids for every different trans, just crazy!

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks for your feedback

[@jamesfarnham1976]

I hate to think this but as you explain these intricate procedures it makes me think there is hardly any way I could possibly get this detailed attention from even the "certified" technicians at any dealership.

[@WeberAuto]

I know what you mean, but I can tell you that there are some very good and talented technician's out there. I believe the problem lies with the flat rate pay system, it rewards technicians who take shortcuts and penalizes those who try to do everything correctly. The trick is to find a technician who cares enough to do it correctly.

[@josephjuarez589]

I agree bro. Two mechanics have told me they’ll just drop the pan :-|

[@mattandrickadventures8416]

You are correct, sir

[@cardo1111]

@@WeberAutoWell said and unfortunately the truth.

[@alexandergunaka666]

Just listen to them explain things like he is after you ask questions.

[@floydhelms44]

You are highly knowledgeable and well fluent in explaining this type of transmission. Surpurb!!!

[@kingstonjohnson1910]

I just saved so much money learning this from you. Thank you.

[@liveweyeractual]

This guy is the real deal. Thank you. Excellent video

[@roadracing3]

I believe the fluid exiting the 10 speed transmission is actually reverse from the description of the 8 speed in this video. The fluid in the 10 speeds exit the transmission and flow to the two fluid coolers first (one in radiator and one aux plate type) then to the diff cooler and back to the transmission. This was a GREAT video! Thank You!

[@kylekugler9754]

This video is the definition of fucking awesome. So detailed, and the video is amazing quality. You sir, should make all the repair videos and service videos for every vehicle on planet earth.

[@FerasDishli]

Thank you for the perfect explaining. Caution: the diff and the transmission use different fluid. Please note that: At min 15:00, John said there is (heat exchanger) inside the differential. Diff use: AC delco (DEXRON SAE 75W-90 GL-5 ) and that is not the transmission fluid. The fluids not get mix. Thank you

[@bryce6870]

Awesome visual for us! I had a small town mechanic print papers and explain this all to me but to watch the video helps as well! My 2016 cadillac 8 speed has a shutter to it at 110k miles and I will be draining and replacing the fluid I drained here soon. I've never done it before but I'm ready!

[@thegonz7833]

You helped a ton before I service my truck 8sp. And you saved me from going out and buying the wrong fluid.Thanks and did hit the Sub button.

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@Dentonboy]

Perfect video. Exactly what I was looking for. I have heard they are making a dipstick mod for these now. Why they ever took that away is beyond me!

[@banghambgrch]

i believe it was from people pouring in the wrong fluid and warranty coverages , as some shops have been known to use the wrong fluids also . so probably a combination of things .

[@ddaavvee95510]

Thank you very much for the video, I just changed the ATF + filter for my 2010 CTS V and I knew what to look for thanks to your video.

[@alanwilson2073]

Best automotive shop teacher on the planet period!!! I've got the GMC Sierra with the dreaded transmission shudder and this puts everything into perspective. I've read nothing but good outcomes to those who submitted their vehicles for the fluid change under the TSB regarding this Mobil 1 change out. I will still buy GM products and this Camaro is awesome, I don't see any problem at all doing these little maintenance checks such as lifting the vehicle and being sure it's level. Besides, chicks love to watch guys "do stuff" and you never know, the girls in the neighborhood might be impressed with you working on your own car AND knowing what you're doing!! SUBSCRIBED AND HIT THE BELL NOTIFICATIONS, THANK YOU SIR!!!

[@samdrury4922]

What a great video! Clear, very easy to understand, and perfect for the job. My Colorado and I thank you!

[@johnagbey2923]

Thank you. There's so much information lacking from every other post I've seen

[@hashtagjustadad5110]

Very detailed explanation. This explains a lot about why the manual says to take it to a dealer.

[@graysonjsmith3901]

Very very good. I remember other gms did this years ago. I also use to say jokingly you have to hop up and down on your left foot also to get it to work.

[@WeberAuto]

LOL, yes, thank you

[@HiPlains1]

I'll add, that the Mobile 1 LV ATF HP is now, finally being send to all GM dealers to finally fix the shuddering AT of the Colorado. They are literally sending 55 gallon drums of this stuff along with a new Bosch tool kit to flush/decontaminate the transmission. What's frustrating is thousands of trucks have been in/out of shops for ongoing shuddering problems and here you are talking about the fix 18 months ago.

[@joshrice2057]

Good info

[@compassaircraftmaintenance8080]

Amazing video. I have a 2015 V6 camaro and now I feel confidence to do it by myself. Thank you.

[@splatmatt]

Very helpful, I have a 2019 Colorado 2.5L I4 with 6L50. It seems like transmission is slipping at 25 and 35 mph especially in stop and go and/or slow moving traffic. This video helped me gain further insight to my transmission for when I go to the dealer to address under warranty.

[@goddesseddog]

Really great engineering w/ confusing, different temperature requirements; not even a drain hole. Seems engineered to make money in the service department.

[@WeberAuto]

GM rarely put drain plugs in their transmission pans. It makes it very messy for a service technician who needs to remove the oil pan. I don't know why they did it that way, but it sure was not to help make it serviceable. Thanks for your feedback!

[@KSSilenceAU]

I'd suspect its because they may expect you to change the internal filter when you change the fluid, so by not having a drain plug, they try to force you to drop the pan to do the change, and if you went to the effort to drop the pan, you should change the filter while you are in there.

[@beyerch]

@@KSSilenceAU Yes, because no one swaps an oil filter because there is a drain plug. This is just a case of GM being a PITA.

[@michaeldose2041]

@@WeberAuto I like to weld a 1 X 1 X 1/4 piece of steel onto the pan and then drill and tap a 1/4 pipe plug. That way I only have to make a mess the first time.

[@silversled123]

This is a great video and is very well done. I've seen so many people do this wrong. Please make more vids like this. Thanks.

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@luciusael]

What an exhausting process...but thank you for explaining it!

[@WeberAuto]

Lol

[@jonwick1396]

Two thumbs up!!!! Outstanding video with clear, concise and comprehensive information. Thank you for taking the time to do this video. Very helpful!

[@wk7060]

Awesome video. Have been looking for this procedure for months. Thanks.

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you! I am glad it was helpful

[@calivalley9056]

You make great videos, perfectly detailed, filmed and edited. Thanks you!

[@toratora6079]

Great and clear video explanation. I've done exactly as explained here to my chevy trailblazer with 6L50 transmission. Fortunately, I can reach the side filling hole and extend it with hose to fill in the fluid. I flushed the whole fluid using internal pump as well.

[@watajob]

As usual, your video is top notch. As usual, automakers extreme overengineering makes me fly into a rage...

[@BigTimsTowing]

Awesome video, very well explained on all the transmissions. Very knowledgeable, an easy to understand. Now if KZbin would erase all the other b******* videos of how to check the trans fluid and leave this video up people would understand how to check their fluid and use the right fluid for the transmission and the right temperature to check it. Awesome Thanks!

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you

[@mattmccauley1110]

I have a 2015 Escalade ESV with a 8L 90 and it smoked a torque converter on that factory fluid, so I would only go with the mobile one for any of these transmissions based on the fact that that factory filled fluid was the wrong fluid for these transmissions. GM just didn’t know it until it was too late. Great video!

[@bradhall7855]

Were you the original owner of the caddy?

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

Great informational video John! It's always enjoyable working on nice new clean vehicles :D

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@mattandrickadventures8416]

I love the professionalism

[@mrren2927]

Super professional and deep deep detail!

[@dougyaroch6741]

Great informative video. Recently bought a gmc with 8L90 and was looking for this info. Thanks for making this video.

[@banghambgrch]

good evening , very well spoken representation and broad approach for more than one application all in one video. thank you very much for your time and informational video. the gentleman of tech

[@travis6271]

8 speed is between 95-113 unless tracking and then its 131-149. The above 194 is only initially for trucks (thermal bypass valve), then bring back down to 95-113 for the check. Reading this directly out of the GM repair manual.

[@larrypalmer3037]

Thank you for the explanation and incredibly informative and detailed video. This was extremely helpful.

[@V8Lounge]

Thats interesting to see on the camaro. I changed the fluid in my Corvette because of the shudder issue. I got the Mobil1 LV ATF HP with the blue label. This Video is from 2017 so it shows the older Mobil1 with black label. Great informations for everybody who drives these cars. Hope to see much more videos on your channel. Is there a special video from you about the reasons for the GM Converter Shudder problems? Greetings from Germany!!

[@alcastillo4901]

A real thanks to ya. I was wondering how and now I know what goes on to check my trans fluid on my camaro. Real good video. Learned something new for my ride. Thanks again.

[@ronfazer2423]

Mr Kelly, Maybe you will agree with me? I chose the median temperature for my 6L50 trans. The service manual recommends opening the Check-Level Plug at 30C to 50C , so I picked 40C . My results were very good. I used a full syn Dex 6. Thanks for sharing your info.

[@WeberAuto]

Sounds good. Thank you

[@rogerdarbhan5505]

Thank you for explaining clearly. Great picture quality

[@paranguaricutirimicuaro6918]

The detailed explanation is very very very good.

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks for watching

[@JSmith-pk5kw]

Outstanding video. Well defined instructions. Thank you.

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you

[@truckdriver4323]

Thank you so much sir. You explained every single thing that I was looking for 👍💪

[@luisjaviermina]

Excellent video, just a question my camaro shows the transmission temperature on the cluster can I use that reading for the level checking procedure?

[@ErKing-zj4pl]

Thank you very much for your video sir. It has been extremely helpful and is exactly what I needed to know. Perfoming a flush on my 2019 Sierra 1500 5.3l v8 6spd. Has no dipstick. So your video was extremely helpful. My instrument panel shows transmission temp. So that will help me out as well 👍

[@psicopatalucifer]

Great informational video thank you for explain these intricate procedures .!!!

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@Dicedrop25]

That was awesome, so informative. I will definitely not even try this but will drill the mechanic/friend doing mine😂👍👍

[@jessiejames2002]

Super description step by step.Great job,thx

[@morecowbell235]

Great video thank you. Not sure what the heck GM was thinking. There was nothing wrong with the conventional dipstick / fill plug / drain plug design.

[@mofidgorgis2059]

really professional presentation and explanation. thank you sir!

[@Myviewer108]

Best instructional videos I have ever watched, would you please make another video on how to flush the 8L90 without needing to go to dealer for their fancy flushing machine? Please. I have the shudder problem and I want to fix it by myself.

[@kalani1987]

I would just drain from the check plug, then fill same amount from the side fill plug

[@Alexscott100]

I thought the fluid check procedure on the M75 VTi that was in my Saturns was a pain (I say was because they’ve been swapped out for the AF23). Good thing the 2021 SS and it’s 10 speed will be going to the Chevy dealer When it needs a trans service. Excellent video once again.

[@deanackard1214]

Superb description and demonstration!

[@oncemore7116]

Great info! thanks for posting this. not many great vids about these tranmissions out here.

[@sproulman1]

Just got new TC put in my 8 speed 8l45 chevy Colorado...Shudder returned after the fluid change. New Tsb coming out in Feb to change fluid to NEW again fluid they are putting out!! The color is BLUE.... It shifts fine now had shudder bad ...

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks for your feedback. The new fluid is not blue, the label on the new fluid bottle is blue and silver rather than the black and silver shown in this video..

[@sproulman1]

See. How much I know..So bottle is blue not fluid!! Thanks

[@MrWhtgst]

I checked a 10 speed today. The service info does state to brake torque for only 10 sec with a 10 sec cool down and not to go over 1500 rpm. Also many gms now have a tft reading in the dic.

[@WeberAuto]

Good to know, thank you

[@mogomega8825]

Thank you very much sir. This was what i needed indeed . Thank you again 🙏🙏

[@supersabrosinho]

Great info, very useful. Fyi brake torquing is fine if you know what you're doing. Leave maintenance specs and procedures to the engineers

[@dalvynegron1938]

Verry professional, thanks for the video.

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks for watching!

[@gevorggevorgyan1244]

thanks a lot for all your lessons!

[@YZ250Yamaha969]

Hey john, do you know if the temps are the same with 4wd trucks. I bought a 2019 Silverado with 5.3l 8L90 4x4. I wanted to know this info before 30k.

[@LeviTheSepticGuy]

Great video! This is exactly what I needed

[@Kanesgarage]

What is your opinion of these GM transmissions? Are they built well? Reliable? Great videos, thanks!

[@WeberAuto]

Any brand new transmission design ALWAYS has a problem or two in the first year or two of production. After that they seem to be very reliable. I recently needed to buy a new van. I could have waited a few months and purchased a 2017 van with a brand new 8-speed transmission, or I could purchase a new 2016 van with a 6-speed transmission that has been used for 10 model years. I purchased the 2016.

[@OkaToka]

I was here just to know how to check transmission levels, but now I know all about cars.

[@9-ballguru]

great video, very informative, thanks so much!

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@ozzstars_cars]

Good info. This crappy design trans fluid check/fill reminds me of the VW/Audi setup. Horrible design in my opinion. Just subscribed to the channel, great job with the video! -Glen

[@justcallmejohn2833]

Why don’t they just use a sight glass for level? I have seen those used on industrial equipment and they are great!

[@WeberAuto]

Good question, thanks you!

[@banghambgrch]

to easy for consumer , as a dealership makes the real money from service work .

[@sproulman1]

I went to the dealer to see the fluid they were going to use in my 8l90 chevy colorado 2017...It is MOBIL 1 LV HP FLUID as shown in this video..Thank you for being dead on the fluid...I talked to guy who bought the 2018 chevy colorado 8 speed and he said he is not having any problems so far with shudder ...

[@WeberAuto]

Good to hear, thanks for the feedback! I am sure it will help other viewers.

[@sproulman1]

Funny we have same name are you green or orange irish?

[@WeberAuto]

I do not know. What is the difference?

[@WeberAuto]

It seems like our family came from County Cork. I do not know what religion they were.

[@sproulman1]

my dad was john kelley ...I had the fluid you said changed per 16-na-175 on 8l90 transmission...The shudder is gone I feel..They said check it for 200 miles ..It has 4,000 miles on 8l90...Some it works others it comes back others they just replaced the TC ..Rumor is GM is on its 3rd TC rev in 3 years..Rumor said problem goes to SLIP VALUES are to aggressive causing wear on TC...Some said go to aftermarket TC...So far my 3 time change of fluid at 1 visit with MOBIL 1 LV ATF HP FLUID as you said has worked....

[@ManuelRamirez-od7tm]

Thank you señor, great video. working on a V6 camaro

[@jesusyeshuaelelyonelshadai6295]

Thank you my friend for video God bless you and family

[@alejandrovallinacollado3969]

Muy interesante como todos sus videos, pero que difícil lo ponen , esta claro la intención es no lo haga uno mismo y recurra a los talleres oficiales. Un saludo desde España

[@WeberAuto]

Eso es verdad. Gracias por ver

[@geojor]

always up to date, thank you ...

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you!

[@josephjuarez589]

Thank you for the instructional video Sir. My question is, what computer and or equipment did you use to monitor the transmission fluid temperature ? Any help would be soo appreciated Sir.

[@nickolasdillar4822]

Modus. Snapon versus

[@davidbsac]

Any quality scan tool with support for the year and model you are working on will work. A "code reader" will not work.

[@RAranzola]

best video ever saw

[@neckofthewoods24]

I can’t believe it heats up just idling. I have a ZL1 1LE and getting over 203° seems crazy.

[@lindsaybartch1579]

valuable information for my LT1 swap!!

[@curtoliver9014]

That’s some crazy wacked out crap right there, that was intentional to make a simple process more complicated!

[@Cocora22]

Your video blew me away! Well done well explained and the task is NOT for the faint of heart. Luckily I don’t own any of those vehicles. However , I am going to change the atf fluid in my 2016 Chevy Colorado z71. I’m only planning on doing the fluid change on the transfer case. After watching your video I’m wondering if it’s going to be as intricate as this. I already did the front and rear differential fluid changes and they were really straight forward. I’m using AMSOIL synthetic fluids and that’s what I plan on using in the transfer case. ( AMSOIL ATF signature series ).

[@HeathsHobbyLobby]

In the video you said check the transmission fluid at 131 F-149 F, is that just for the Camaro? I have seen several places online saying check the fluid at temperatures of 95 F-113 F. Is this different for other vehicles? I drive a 2017 GMC Sierra Denali 6.2l 8l90 8speed M5U

[@WeberAuto]

Yes, just for Camaro

[@HeathsHobbyLobby]

@@WeberAuto do you know what the temperature is for a 2017 GMC Sierra M5U?

[@gadgetdeez7069]

"Brake torquing"... The converter is a fluid coupling device. In operation, climbing a hill in sf that takes you 3+ minutes creates significant equivalent brake torquing. Driving the windy mountain pass through berryessa where speeds are low enough that the tcc stays unlocked, performs the same "brake torquing" action. Being in gear, while stopped, is brake torquing. Different levels of loading, but all do the same thing. This is the reason converters arent air cooled anymore. Also why a lot of performance cars come with external coolers as well. I dont see any reason that "brake torquing" to heat the trans fluid would be a problem so long as you were monitoring the temp with a scantool.

[@WeberAuto]

Good point, but everything has limits. The difference is brake torquing takes the engine rpm to the stall speed of the torque converter and keeps it there (10 degrees F rise per second). Driving on roads and conditions as you have described may not always keep the engine at maximum stall speed. If it did, it would cause the same damage as brake torquing. Every vehicle has a maximum towing capacity and hauling capacity. If you exceed that capacity, expect an overheated transmission. A scan tool typically shows the sump (pan) fluid temperature, not the temperature of the fluid leaving the torque converter (through the oil pump) and heading to the transmission cooler. When the transmission fluid reaches a temperature above the normal 220F - 250F range, some of the blended fluid additives in ATF can begin to evaporate. This effectively kills the transmission fluid and eventually the transmission. Thanks for your feedback.

[@gadgetdeez7069]

@@WeberAuto yes, i agree. However i dont think anyone expects a full blown pedal to the metal, full stall brake stand to warm the trans. Lol.

[@WeberAuto]

Unfortunately I have seen it happen too many times. Keep in mind that most stock torque converters have a stall speed between 1800 and 2400 RPM. Going to wide open throttle is not necessary to reach stall speed. A light throttle to 2500 rom would do it. Thanks again for your feedback. Have a great day!

[@joseph406]

Great video. Did I miss on how to or when to change, the Automatic Transmission oil filter??? On a 2016 Cadillac Escalade, 8 speed/ ESV / 4WD. Thank you!

[@Grumpforce13]

Great info... just what i needed to know thanks

[@WeberAuto]

Thank you

[@sammorgan2390]

Thankyou for your time and knowledge

[@crlaw75]

Same kind of setup for my '18 Colorado, though I wish it had a dipstick. Hopfully, they won't do away with the oil dipstick.

[@luisjaviermina]

Where did you get the temperature range for the fluid level check? I've been trough the forums and the temperature is different as the one you said "The transmission fluid level must be checked when the transmission fluid temperature (TFT) is between 35-45°C (95-113°F)." static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10163890-9999.pdf I did according to your video but now i'm in doubt if thats the correct temperature to check the level.

[@jimmithy3]

This was an excellent video!

[@ClaytonYatescarenthusiast]

Thank you so much for this video! I have conflicting information about the fluid level. I track my 2016 Camaro SS and drive to and from events. In the track supplement information is says run trans lower fluid level for track days but says for zl1 only. I'm getting ready to have my fluid and fliteriter changed at the dealership and unsure what level to have them set it at. I'm thinking same as the information in your video above 194 degrees pull plug? Any thoughts?

[@mmaxon888]

There's a youtube video of a guy that added a B&M dipstick to his Colorado. Even just for the filling part, this eliminates that issue of lying in the driveway pumping 6+ bottles of fluid back up into that upper fill plug...my dipstick is already in the mail. Pricey, but should be worth it.

[@mmaxon888]

TJ Rosario is the guy

[@WeberAuto]

Thanks for watching