GMC / Chevrolet V8 ATF Transmission Fluid Flush / Exchange (Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Sierra, etc)

[@hokie9910]

Might be the simplest and best video I have seen on KZbin in regards to an ATF exchange. Thank you.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for your feedback!

[@stephenbay9564]

Excellent idea. Two "calibrated" tanks. One fluid pump. You made it ultra-simple. Thanks for the great idea!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! This is the homemade version of a professional shop atf fluid exchange machine.

[@lollipop84858]

It's not rocket surgery

[@ccarlley]

Thank you for taking the time to answer people's questions. Your responses and patience are very helpful.

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@richardpflieger2049]

I have used this method since 1985. I owned a transmission shop for 30yrs. I warranted most of my jobs for the lifetime the owner had the vehicle. It was a requirement that the owner bring in the vehicle annually or every 20,000 miles to keep the warranty in force. I too used 2, 5gal fryer oil containers marked at 1qt intervals. I never saw the need to buy a machine for this purpose. It really works great! No mess and really quick. No pump needed as my fluid was pumped in thru a adjustable measured automatic bulk pump.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing your background and experience! The auto manufacturers are making it more and more difficult to service ATF: I.e. no dip stick and side and bottom fill ports. Here's a video where ATF had leaked from the radiator and I had to figure out a easy way to get the right amount back in: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYGvqJJ-rsh1gbc

[@NowTheVoid]

So you can just run the vehicle and it will do it but itself? Just wondering how you did it if you don't have one of those pumps?

[@RichardPflieger]

@@NowTheVoid Yes, I do it similar to the video except I have 12qts of new fluid with the bottle caps removed. I pour 1 bottle at a time in rapid succession into the fill tube while I monitor the measured jug of the old fluid getting expelled. No extra jug with new fluid is needed this way.

[@NowTheVoid]

@@RichardPflieger Okay, and if I'm by myself, does the transmission pump activate without shifting or should I put it in neutral and or shift through the gears when if I can during the process?

[@chipjumper]

I've been doing this for years but never thought of using a cheap oil pump; its so much cleaner this way. Thank you for the video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@Christopher-024]

I bought everything listed and performed this today. Let me say it worked wonderfully and put a smile on my face all day

[@hardlymovingpro]

Wonderful and thanks for sharing!

[@redhat9226]

Great video on this. Just did it this weekend. Dropped pan, cleaned it, added a 2nd magnet (as per GM TSB), new filter then put pan back up. Initially filled with 6 quarts of fresh Dex VI. Started it up and with this method at the cooler line fitting, pumped about a gallon of fluid into a milk jug. Repeated this until the fluid was same color as new fluid... about 12 quarts. Got it up to temp and had to add maybe 1/4 to a 1/2 quart of fluid. Great process.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good for you and thanks for sharing!

[@kvasir40]

Thank you so much for sharing this most instructive video. I was able to successfully do this ATF flush, which my mechanic wanted to charge so much. I didn't take any chances, so I replaced one per gallon until the fluid came out clean Red. The older one was really blackened. The GMC SUV had 123K miles, so I don't think previous owner did any changes to the ATF.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes...if it came out black then more than likely the fluid has never been changed. Changing at 123K miles you're getting ahead of possible transmission problems that could be related to worn out ATF.

[@stephenbay9564]

Listen - I give up. I wrote two comments, and both did not "stick" so I wrote the one I did (the third one, below) and I see it stayed. So let me try again. You are a very creative and thinking kind of guy. To think to do this this way, is really smart, You start by draining the pan (the 3 quarts) and then the result is all new fluid. And all one needs are those two 5 gal containers, and a cheapo pump. I LOVE this. I immediately ordered the pump and the containers, and have received both. I will be giving this method a whirl very soon. Your kind of applied thinking is not seen often. Most everybody just uses existing tools, no matter how expensive, and they don't think a little bit and come up with a better way. You do. Like the hydraulic pump for the bearing press. I continue to be impressed with your creative, practical ideas....THANKS!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks a lot for your kind post. I try to find inexpensive practical solutions as substitutes for expensive machines. Good luck with the flush!

[@williamlemke3111]

So far your videos surpass any of the videos I have viewed, thank You. I have not performed the task, as of yet. I shall be doing it,alas. My comments shall be forthcoming afterwards. Again thanks.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Best of luck!

[@bobbymiller8563]

I just purchased a used 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor with 105,000 miles.It has a Automatic Transmission. I noticed it had a shudder around 40 MPH. And getting worse. I watch a few KZbin videos on flushing the whole system. I was getting nervous that I just purchased this truck and now a may need a new transmission. I ordered 17qts from Mitsubishi. I used Mitsubishi Transmission Fluid. That’s what is recommended. I ordered the pump from amazon. I got 2 white 5 Gallon buckets from Walmart. I got 2 - 10ft clear 3/8 ID hoses and 3/8 couplers from Home Depot. The color was dark pink. No Burnt smell. But I needed to do this. I found the 2 hoses going from the Transmission to the Radiator. All I did was disconnected 1 hose. I connected 1 clear hose to one side and the other clear hose to the other connection. Now I needed to find the one that was pumping the Transmission fluid out. Once I found this out. I put that hose going to one bucket. So the other hose was getting the pump hooked up and new Transmission fluid going back into the Transmission. This bucket i put in 12 QTS = 3 gallons of Transmission to start with. I turned the car on the old Transmission fluid was coming out fast I waited for around 2 QTS of the old transmission fluid to come out than I started the Pump on the New Transmission fluid going in and coming out I was moving through each gear. From P to R,N,D staying in each for a minute. And starting over again I did it a few times Around 3 gallon mark I could see the color was getting lighter on the fluid coming out. Has the new fluid was getting low in the bucket in started to add 1 Qts,2 Qts, 3qts. I just wanted to make sure it was all clean coming out. I turned the car off and turned the pump off. I disconnected all the clear hoses and connected everything back the way it was. I did add Lubegard 19610 Dr. Tranny Instant Shudder Fixx 2 Ounce to the clean fluid. I drove the car around the shudder is gone. The checked the fluid level it was perfect on the dipstick. It’s all bright pink now. I called a few Transmission places before I flushed my Transmission. They all told me if my transmission has any shifting issues I will need a new transmission and flushing the whole system out will not work. I’m very Happy I flushed the whole system out. And make sure you use the correct and recommended Transmission fluid. Don’t use anything else.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good story and thanks for sharing! Had similar situations with customers where trans shops want to sell new transmissions and not event attempt flushing. Depending on how bad the shudder is, a flush sometimes works ...sometimes it won't; but at least worth a try.

[@alexp362]

Didn't do it right. Your supposed to drop the litte "e" clip 5 times and spend an hour looking for it in the bowels of the engine compartment!

[@hardlymovingpro]

I know! Have dropped and lost those stupid clips!

[@hobo1704]

😂

[@brucesmith962]

Or like me, never find the clip, go to O’Reilly’s, discover they are out of stock, then finally find some at Advance Auto. This was after watching videos and was warned about the clip. Grrrr!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Bummer!

[@bmxfreak688]

🤣

[@christopherharrison2884]

This is such a well made instruction video. Top notch editing. Concise, clear. Thanks hardly moving!

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@ardoughman1323]

This is what i'm looking for DIY video, simple procedure but very informative in Auto Transmission Oil Replacement.... thumbs on the video

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@IvanPerez-dv5et]

Another great straight to the point video. Keep up the good work

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@paulvillere2321]

I do something similar at my shop, however my "pump" is a pump garden sprayer with a valve stem in the side to use shop air. I thought about buying a fluid exchanger for the stupid side fill transmissions, but the garden sprayer was my work around. I just drilled a hole in the side and pulled a valve stem through it. I cut the head off of the wand and clamped a hose to it. At 10-15 psi it will pump about a gallon of ATF or Rear End fluid in about 5 minutes.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing! Good to know that they're people out there like you who think outside the box! Checkout this video on my portable wheel bearing replacement solution: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4q7q5-tpaaVmrM

[@vincentrobinette1507]

Forget the pump, you only need one graduated 5-gallon tank. Since the new ATF comes in 1-gallon jugs, just have a funnel in the transmission fill tube, and simply pour it in. The best part of that kit, is the adapter that allows the hose to be connected to the radiator cooling exchanger. The clear vinyl tubes are also nice, so you can really see the color of the fluid on its way out. The lower the transmission level is, the more thorough the exchange. I've seen some videos, where they drain the transmission until they see bubbles in the line, shut it off, add the gallon, then repeat. I don't think you can damage an unloaded transmission by allowing the fluid in the pan to run out, for such a short period of time. After a flush, did you notice any difference in the feel of the shifts? I also recommend dropping the pan, and replacing the pickup screen.

[@hardlymovingpro]

I use to do it your way but very time consuming. You can run till no fluid runs out with some transmissions but not recommended. Transmission smoothness is usually noticed with some vehicles.

[@alanramirez1101]

Just did this today🎉...notes.... on newer model GM vehicles the tranmission fluid line is one tube below, but it is still 3/8. If you go to the line in the place you are looking at on this video, you will see a 5/8 line, which is the engine oil line on newer GM. I had to remove the airbox to make it easier, but I saw another comment that said you can drain from the drivers side also. The pumps work great... I was told to run the smaller tube first and on the other connection that goes into the tranmission dipstick to use the bigger tube. Not sure if its true but all I can say is that it worked great for me. I used a home depot bucket that is translucent white with measurement markings. It was about 6 bucks

[@hardlymovingpro]

Hey ... thanks for sharing your experience!

[@tc1904]

Love the two identical jugs with the markings on them and the electric pump idea. I’ve done this in a similar fashion but have always started by siphoning or pumping the pan dry and changing the filters and cleaning the magnet. Otherwise, you have no idea if there’s any metal chunks or whatever in the pan and if the filters are clogged. Transmission fluid is not cheap these days and it seems to be worth the extra effort to start with clean fluid in the pan initially and pump it through the torque, converter and valve, body, thereby using less fluid in the process and getting an overall better job

[@hardlymovingpro]

Some transmission repair shops replace the radiator as well to ensure there's nothing to impede the flow of ATF cycling into the radiator. If the oil passages are restricted and the ATF overheats, that could result in the demise of the clutch plates in the transmission. There was one case I dealt with where the radiator coolant passages was leaking into the ATF passages. Took 6 gallons of new ATF to cycle the coolant in the transmission! The earlier model Honda Odyssey's were notorious for developing radiator clogs. The shops would always replace the radiator with the installation of a rebuilt transmission.

[@Bird-dl7xs]

I was wondering wafted watching all these flush videos, why not have the return tub in a bucket of new Trans fluid, run the car until it’s fully clear and you don’t have to worry about running it dry. Great video

[@hardlymovingpro]

There's no suction in the return line. Fluid must be pushed.

[@Bird-dl7xs]

@@hardlymovingpro I meant with your pump you were using. Sorry I didn’t write “with the pump”. My bad

[@rickharris8780]

I just realized this can be done on 2019-2024 but with the pump up top and a pump on the fill port underneath. There is no dipstick on modern Silverados. I would do this one gallon at a time. Also in between drain and fills turn the truck on and shift gears running through all of them. This makes sure to get all of it. Also keep the transmission warm but not hot. Fluids flow better when warm. Hope this helps!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing!

[@dictumfactum9468]

I looked at quite a few of these videos. Yours is the best and safest. Saved the video and subbed. thanks.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Glad it helped!

[@romltr]

That’s a brilliant idea to make sure that the level is always okay I’ll try it !!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Simple concept isn't it?

[@romltr]

@@hardlymovingpro Really much, i'm suprised I guess the machine that costs a kidney works the same

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yup.

[@Tim20461]

Awesome video. To be honest, I'm surprised at the number of critical comments. Haters just gotta hate. I'll be using this on my Silverado at the next ATF change. Thanks.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Can't please everyone!

[@brianearlspilner5987]

You are a real genius, really great job and thanks for this video!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@richc9503]

One question, don't you need to shift through the gears so the valve body gets clean fluid as well?

[@hardlymovingpro]

You can if want but won't make that much of a difference. There's not that much oil in the valve body.

[@GeneG-wk2mz]

Thanks this video should have a billon views I need this set up

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@dirtyharry5878]

Great video, I like the pump idea. Gives better control for new fluid. Thx bro

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@IS-217]

Hey there. Great video! Great idea pumping into dipstick while pumping fluid out same time. I"m wondering if you just hook up another hose to the return line and into new trans fluid if the trans pump would suck up the new fluid too while pumping out the old. (instead of putting new fluid into the dip stick tube) I've been wondering about this and if it would work similar to what you are doing with the oil pump. Does this make sense? Also, maybe I missed something? Do you have the stock thermostat on your transmission? I thought it only sends fluid to the cooler if fluid temp hits 190 degrees? Please clarify this for me.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Never tried attaching the pump to the return time since I don't think the pump has the pressure and I'd have to make adapters to connect the pump line to the return line. With respect to the thermostat, ATF starts moving regardless of fluid temperature.

[@jubiarco562]

Awesome video! One question I want to do a flush/fluid exchange but at the same time I want bring down the pan and replace the filter. After draining the 2 gals, would the pan be slightly empty in order to remove it easier? My pan has no drain plug, that's why I ask. I have 05' Chevy Tahoe with 200k miles.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! You'd have to check the specs on your car to determine the total fluid capacity of your transmission.

[@beboboymann3823]

And what if there isn’t a transmission dipstick tube like on the GM 4L30E transmission. Can you remove the transmission lines at the radiator and hang a container of fresh fluid hooked to the return line to carry fresh fluid back to the transmission while catching old fluid from the transmission to cooler line? Isn’t the transmission self pumping thru the lines to and from the cooler?

[@hardlymovingpro]

What you're describing is possible but I never tried it. I do believe gravity feeding fluid into the return line won't work; that it needs to be pressure feed.

[@hobo1704]

That electric pump is awesome, so much easier

[@hardlymovingpro]

Definitely!

[@kuntryboy4lyfe125]

What about the filter?

[@NowTheVoid]

Do I need a pump to do this or just running the vehicle or shifting? I'm about to do my first and don't know.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Only need to fill the transmission with new fluid via a pump or manually using a funnel attached to the ATF dip stick tube to pour in.

[@livinfull6455]

what if i wanted to drop the transmission pan and change my transmission fiter first? would i go abot it the same way or try filling the pan through the dipstick , before i run the engine and pump out the old stuff?

[@hardlymovingpro]

You can do that. Timing consuming.

[@CSJiGSaW08]

I removed the pan in my chevy express van and changed the filter and poured new oil through the dip stick. There was a lot of metallic shavings from the dark black transmission fluid we removed. Now the car wont accelerate correctly and has issues from moving Reverse or to Drive. Should I try this method and do a second flush? Also, should i buy those transmission flush chemicals to flush out the transmission completely before adding any new transmission fluid???

[@hardlymovingpro]

Metallic residue in the oil is a very bad sign. May have to get the tranny rebuilt.

[@CSJiGSaW08]

@@hardlymovingpro Yeah I know, It has like 150k-200k miles on that second transmission without a flush, thats why there was so much because it was never changed. You think doing a second flush with a new filter with this method will help dislodge any debris??? I read this online "This is very common when the old oil was already black. The varnish from that blackened oil is all over the discs, valves, and casings. The new fluid cleans it off and clogs the filter." I also read this "Your transmission needs a fluid pressure check to make sure your transmission fluid pump is working with a correct psi pressure of over 100 psi, otherwise the clutch pacts won’t have enough pressure to press those pressure plates together to activate those planetary gears and sun gear. There is a check screw on the side of the valve body for the fluid pressure check. Check your transmission fluid level, park your car on a level ground with the engine running at idle speed, and pull the dipstick out to see if your transmission have enough fluid. Make sure you use the correct transmission fluid."

[@jlm4836]

I like your system, works well. Keep in mind later model trans have a coarse filter, not ever meant to be serviced. And with no dipstick, you have to search for the plug access location. A fluid flush would help extend their life by refreshing the trans oil. Older vehicles with dipsticks mostly use a much finer replaceable filter. Should be swapped out every 30t miles, or 50k. That black sludge that collects on magnet also clogs up the filter over time. Signs of a blocked filter would be whining trans when heavy on acceleration and sitting in neutral. Will end up burning the fluid if driven lots whining thus it becomes lower on lubrication quality and in time taking out your trans. By fully servicing this filter you are able to avoid expensive repairs and keep your older trans shifting nicely. 🤗

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good points.

[@WizzRacing]

GM has replaced that filter with an updated one. As well as newer fluid. And the fill hole is on the passenger side. Just above the pan...You have to remove that heat shield to gain access to it. On some you can loosen the rear cross member to get the pan off. Some prying on the exhaust maybe required. The deep pans. You have to drop the exhaust. As it's not coming out..

[@pingpong9656]

Do you have to be careful not to empty out the oil pan entirely so transmission sucks in air?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Oil pan will not get empty if you do it as shown in the video. Even if you did empty it, replenishing the pan with new oil will push out air pockets.

[@pingpong9656]

@@hardlymovingpro Just did 2 cars - I put a 3/8 inside the trans fitting and it went good. On a Mazda I did the same thing, but it scared the hell out of me - on start up, there was a solid thud moving through R and D - I feared the worst. Fortunately, as soon as the air worked out of the system it went back to silky smooth. So all's well that ends well...

[@amycarden8603]

What if you went to do an oil change, accidentally started draining the transmission oil because it’s right next to the oil filter on the Tahoe, but caught it relatively quickly, then did the actual oil change, then went to check the transmission dipstick to see how much drained out, so that you could put a little back in and the dipstick tubing broke and you don’t know how much transmission fluid is in there and you don’t know if it will leak out? How can I do this without a transmission dipstick so that I know I’m good so that I can breathe on the way to work tomorrow? It’s a Sunday and nothing is open and I have to go to work tomorrow. Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

If you have a transmission that doesn't have the dip stick, you'll have to pump the oil back in via a side fill port plug (if it has one) or through the bottom drain plug that has a plug protruding into the oil pan. Keep pump in oil until fluid comes on of the side port or from the bottom drain plug.

[@gleanerman2195]

With the oil pan off of my '20 chevy 2500 hd can I just take off the filter and stick a hose in it's place and suck oil out of the one gallon Amsoil jug, then crank it up and let the oil flow out from where the oil pan was into a bucket. Then after clean oil starts appearing in the bucket shut it off, install filter and pan and top off. Thanks.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing! That's another way of doing it. More time consuming and messy IMHO.

[@thebulge3396]

Great video! I'm going to do this when i get back from hunting camp.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it helped!

[@biggun98056]

If I’m going to flush transmission fluid I would change the filter also does it make any sense to leave a dirty filter in there

[@hardlymovingpro]

Up to you but we didn't at the dealership. Replacing the filter can be a big hassle with marginal return on effort. Something like 18 10mm bolts, cleaning up the gasket residue, may have to remove other parts in the way of the pan to get the pan off. And I assume you're going to doing this without a lift working under the car?

[@condor5635]

@@hardlymovingpro - car nut doesn’t understand that the transmission filters are not like your traditional oil filters their screens they don’t get super dirty and they don’t need changing every time you change the fluid like most everyone seems to think.

[@moycorral7870]

If I dump the oil out first and put the pan back on, can I still do this the same way with just what little is left in the transmission or do I have to add some oil first and then flush it out again?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes ... you can dump first if you don't mind taking off all those small pan bolts and replacing the gasket. Would also be a good time to remove any sediment in the bottom of the pan.

[@moycorral7870]

@@hardlymovingpro thank you

[@4Runner21]

Awesome idea! I’m planning drain and fill only from whatever comes out of pan drop on 07 Escalade. Do you think it will be ok to use the Red Valvoline Jug Dexron 6 compatible to mix with whatever is left in the system(OEM fluid) ? Thanks for all you do!

[@hardlymovingpro]

My preference is the Valvoline synthetic or Castrol synthetic ATF available at walmart in 1 gallon containers. They're all backward compatible with Dextron VI

[@bobbuilder5362]

Not bad, ideally best to cycle Trans through gears PND2L etc, whilst running. Obviously need chassis stands.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! Use to cycle through gears ... didn't make any difference.

[@bobbuilder5362]

@@hardlymovingpro How do you measure the difference ? The idea is to move oil through all the passages of the valve body and remove as much old oil or sludge as possible. If you just leave in P it won't clean out as well, with a pro flushing machine you actually run it in each gear for a minute.

[@2424jhg]

What size hose and the black hose piece to connect tot he adapter did you use?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Buy the adapter first and go to your local auto retailer and have them size the correct hose and cut you the right length.

[@clan9807]

READ THIS before starting!!! With a small diameter tube pushed down into the ATF fluid filler tube, overnight, I was able to gravity siphon 2.5 of the 3 gallons of dirty fluid in the system. You'll need at least 10' of tube.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks for sharing1

[@clan9807]

​@hardlymovingpro Hey. Thank you for your video. It gave me the confidence/know how to change my ATF. The mechanic I gave it to last month to address a shudder issue said he "flushed" my ATF, but at best he only dropped the pan and changed the filter (I hope). I used your video purge process, combined with my initial gravity drain, to swap out 3 gallons of dark ATF [thanks for nothing, Mr. Mechanic]. I added LubeGuard Shutter fix and already I notice a marked improvement in the shifting b/w gears. Shame on me for not finding your video sooner and flushing my system. Thanks again.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad it all worked out for you!

[@larenzomcbath2311]

Will be trying this Friday night. Will update you on the results

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good luck!

[@oz4120]

Just did it today, used 6 gal because the first 3 was pretty dirty and at the end of the 6 gal I could start to see more red than dark, do I risk another 3 gal or is my transmission messed up? 😅

[@hardlymovingpro]

Run the truck for around a month or so and check for a dark color change. Also if the transmission is shifting better, leave it alone till the next engine oil change.

[@oz4120]

Will do, thank you! ​@@hardlymovingpro

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@drakochief4497]

Why did you constantly start the truck and cut it off when you were adding transmission fluid

[@hardlymovingpro]

To allow the new fluid to fill up the transmission oil pan while the old fluid was getting pumped out by the torque converter.

[@bryontharp5790]

Looking at the color of that fluid time to do the filter man.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes! The fluid color is a good indicator.

[@kalani1987]

Dont you have to run thru all the gears while doing this? Just to capture the fluid in thr torque converter

[@hardlymovingpro]

Some people do but nominal benefit IMHO.

[@cfitzgduke]

Why not connect the pump line to the other side of the cooler line, in side of that line so the fluid is completing a full cycle through torque converter and flushing out all old fluid?

[@hardlymovingpro]

For 3 reasons: 1. Don't believe the pump has the pressure to push the oil. 2. Need to fabricate connectors for the pump line to the return ATF line. 3. In the return ATF line, fluid is going right back to the oil pan slump (which is what I'm refilling with new fluid via the dip stick).

[@Krumholt]

what about cleaning the pan and changing the filter? I've seen one guy pump 2.5 gallons then fill 2.5 then run it till it was clear seemed to minimize blending, great video

[@hardlymovingpro]

Most transmission experts I've talked to don't bother changing the filter. The drain, fill and pump can work.

[@WillyWashington-r1t]

great job amazing 👏 Can you make video for 2020 chevrolet silverado 6l80 transmisoin oil flush please

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! I make new videos based on vehicles I've never worked on become available.

[@SexyEbony10]

Would this work on a 2016 Chevy Tahoe I have a p0769 code and I want to flush my transmission before someone tells me to just replace 😩 it’s a ppv version and they said it idled so I really don’t think I need a new transmission

[@hardlymovingpro]

Sorry but don't think changing the transmission fluid will fix a shift solenoid that's not working (P0769).

[@chrispowers5027]

I drained my old trans fluid out from the feed side what was in the pan (drivers side) Then....found your video, i have not added my new fluid yet can i use my pump and start adding the NEW stuff in till it turns RED sill? 2018 Sierra 5.3 liter 37k on it

[@hardlymovingpro]

I'd add exactly what was drained back into the transmission via the dip stick tube and follow the procedure as shown in the video. It usually takes 12 qtrs (3 gallons) of ATF for the trans fluid to turn red.

[@chrispowers5027]

@hardlymovingpro Thank so much

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@diyguy446]

wowzers, nicely done.... question why not connect the new ATF feed line to the line that you pulled out of the rad?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks! The pipe inserted into the radiator which was used to connect to the the rubber hose is just for ATF servicing.

[@tomhughes4980]

Great video, I'm about to do this on my express 2500, however at 32,000 mi my fluid is pretty dirty so what's your thoughts on not changing the filter, could I wait on changing the filter after 60,000?

[@hardlymovingpro]

A lot of people believe the filter needs to replaced; I'm in the camp that it's not that critical. What I have seen when ATF fluid hasn't been changed is a clog build up in the radiator. Knew of one person who had his rebuilt transmission fail twice until the radiator was replaced.

[@tomhughes4980]

@hardlymovingpro thanks for the reply, I'll drop the pan a 60k

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@jeremiecobb8806]

That number 86 adapter? Is that a air line adapter because it doesn't look the same as what's in the description link? Just trying to see exactly what that is.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Can't advise.

[@OhKee12]

What is the nipple piece on your adapter? It looks different than the one you linked, the piece you hook the hose to?

[@hardlymovingpro]

That attaches to a quick connect adapter on a transmission flush machine ...which you don't need.

[@OhKee12]

@@hardlymovingpro thank you

[@hardlymovingpro]

You bet!

[@HoustonTxG713]

So i open this line same as you and coolant came out truck was to operation temperature

[@hardlymovingpro]

Could be a different designed radiator in your case. Look for other lines going into radiator or in some designs into your ac condenser.

[@Marcothemillionaire]

I have a 2015 Cadillac Escalade I thinking about getting this extractor to flush my transmission fluid

[@hardlymovingpro]

Use to work at a Caddy dealer using their ATF fluid exchange machine. This technique is just as good IMHO.

[@patrickhutchins6935]

thanks; why not add fluid through return line with the transfer pump or even gravity feed with funnel? If the pump pick up is down in the the pan and the dipstick tube is as well, would feeding the return line help flow old fluid out of all the valve body passageways?

[@hardlymovingpro]

The transfer pump doesn't have the pressure to pump via the return line. Gravity feed with funnel works but you have to keep an eye on the progress of the funnel oil level, constantly adding more oil (while holding the 4 qt container) and watching the dirty oil getting pushed out when the engine is running. A lot of stuff to be monitoring! You can stop the engine while waiting for the new oil to catch up to the dirty oil that's been pumped out; however, when you stop the engine, you're allowing the new oil to starting mixing with the old oil.

[@punisher0717]

@@hardlymovingprodamn, I was going to try this. Still am actually, if it doesn’t work I’ll have to f around with the miserable fill plug on a modern transmission with no dipstick

[@NORCALPYRO_]

Do you know if this vehicle has the auxiliary trans cooler as well? Will that matter or is the return line the same regardless if theres an auxiliary cooler.. 2009 gmc yukon denali with the 6.2 and auxiliary cooler.. any info is appreciated thanks🙏

[@hardlymovingpro]

Doesn't matter if there's a aux oil cooler

[@NORCALPYRO_]

@Hardly Moving Productions ok thanks man appreciate it just wanted to make sure i got the right return line.. the top line goes into the small auxiliary cooler from the radiator appreciate it

[@fullestline8957]

An tips on the pump mine blew in the first 5quarts

[@hardlymovingpro]

All these pumps are made in China. Go to Amazon and get one with the most positive reviews. That's all I can recommend.

[@Simple_Youtube]

Does the electric pump have to match the flow rate of the transmission? How do you tell the flow rate of the transmission pump??

[@hardlymovingpro]

Flow rates won't be the same. Best to do this procedure with a partner to start and stop the car engine while you control the transfer pump.

[@leecrawford1609]

Can I do this process with a 2020 Silverado 5.3 with an 8 speed transmission?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Don't see why you can't.

[@lollipop84858]

If you saud it i missed it im sorry, but your truck is in park not N correct?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes. In park.

[@ecgodsmack86]

Where did you get transmission adapter from the one that you connected rubber hose to?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Link to the adapter in the text description of this video.

[@JakeP_TV]

I bought that fluid pump and I’m just curious should I clean it at all first or is it good to use brand new out of the box

[@hardlymovingpro]

Good to go out of the box.

[@boostedkidproductions9719]

What happens if I did a flush until fluid turned bright red car drove good for 2 days and fluid went black again

[@hardlymovingpro]

The new ATF's detergent is breaking up sludge and varnish residue and holding it in the oil. Drive for a couple of months and repeat the flush. Next time it'll stay cleaner.

[@boostedkidproductions9719]

@@hardlymovingpro ok I'll try it again the problem is the filter keeps getting clogged then making the transmission slip and leaves me broke down but once I change the fluid and filter it drives normal I'll do a good flush again and see what happens last time I was able to get almost 3 gallons of black fluid out

[@hardlymovingpro]

@@boostedkidproductions9719 also the detergent in the new arf needs time to remove the varnish build up on the clutch discs

[@avomitousmass]

Great video, I was wondering what would be the difference if instead of going to the dipstick to refill, why not hookup to the return line of the trans cooler? Does that make a difference or no? I'm currently doing this job on a 1999 gmc suburban 5.7L, 4L80-E

[@hardlymovingpro]

That might work. Never tried it. Let us know how it works out. Wonder if the pump can produce the pressure to push the new fluid back into the trans.

[@JakeP_TV]

Why did you leave a link for two adapters? Will either work?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Either will work. 2 links in case one is out of stock.

[@waynetibak1828]

Just found this video and thinking of tackling the job myself. You link (2) different transmission adapters, do I need both for this job? I have a ‘14 Sierra.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Only 1. They both perform the same task. Provided 2 links in case one's out of stock.

[@waynetibak1828]

@@hardlymovingpro thanks!! What side diameter hose you using to connect to that? Was there any other fitting needed for the connection cause the one in the video vs the ones you linked were a little different looking.

[@hardlymovingpro]

After getting the adapter, you can go to your local auto parts store to get the right diameter hose that fits.

[@mattwarrensocal]

When's the best time to drop pan and replace filter - before or after the fluid exchange?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Before if that's what you want to do. I believe there's no benefit in doing so.

[@Timsautosolutions]

Awesome video. You coooould just pour in with funnel also if didnt have pump.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes you can via the dip stick tube. But it'll take some coordination between filling and draining.

[@Timsautosolutions]

@@hardlymovingpro thanks

[@supremesfan2]

Don't you need to drop the pan and change the transmission filter?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Most of the time nope. If the trans is shifting okay and the fluid isn't too dark with metal particles, just change the fluid. On some American pickups, if you drop the pan, you can wipe off the warn off clutch residue that accumulated at the bottom of the pan. Heard stories where people dropped the pan, changed the filter then starting having transmission shifting problems.

[@HuskerRed11]

Have you tried your method on other vehicles? Have you tried it on a Ram 1500? I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4. 5.7 hemi. 8HP70 transmission.

[@hardlymovingpro]

Concept is the same. You'll need to know the type of ATF output port design coming out of your radiator and get the appropriate adapters. Could be a rubber hose secured with a spring clamp.

[@timhiller1029]

Did you replace the filter?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Nope.

[@hometeam5185]

does doing it this way get the old fluid out of the torque converter as well?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes.

[@Natethegreat2024]

2016 surburban would this method work ?

[@hardlymovingpro]

If it has a ATF dip stick.

[@indevibe]

You earned a Subscribe with this one.... Jenkies....

[@hardlymovingpro]

Glad you liked it!

[@benoittrottier]

Can you pump-it out from the dip-stick and put the same amount back the same way ?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes. You can do that but you won't get the drain tube to the bottom of the oil pan. The filter is in the way. I'd guess less than 3 quarts will come out.

[@condor5635]

@@hardlymovingpro - actually check out my video where are use a vacuum pump to pump mine out I almost always get about a gallon- just shy. It’s a very quick process super easy I put a gallon in every 20,000 miles or so

[@tayvin6538]

So I would connect the out line to the radiator where the fluid comes out from?

[@tayvin6538]

Or where it comes out of the hose into the radiator?

[@hardlymovingpro]

The "out line" is at the top of the radiator. The "in line" at the bottom.

[@shaquillemajor1520]

Does this remove ATF from torque converter as well?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yes.

[@Kakaroth_3]

Hey sir cuestion do u ever have to swap brakes from camaro ss to a v6 camaro so there is a sensor on the camaro v6 that goes directly tk the caliper and the SS doesn’t have anything to conect them will be a problem if just don’t conect the sensor and leave it hanging there or that will mess with something with the car also the lights cane on is like a P in a circle that turns on any help will be great thanks

[@hardlymovingpro]

Never did what you're trying to do. Can say those sensors are probably brake pad wear indicators. A nice to have but not necessary for the brakes to work.

[@ericp.9497]

Quick question: Fluid only flows from the radiator side, right? I don't have to plug the disconnected line or worry about fluid flowing out there? Just double-checking. Thanks!

[@hardlymovingpro]

That is correct.

[@MrBradmon]

Is it ok to not put a new filter in?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Yup ... no problem. What most people call filters are really screens.

[@speedracer4325]

Can you tell me where I can purchase the line adapter? I appreciate it.

[@hardlymovingpro]

I provided a product link in the description area of this video.

[@codycoxworth7291]

Did u pan drop and filter also?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Not at all.

[@joserocha5158]

What about the transmission filter still dirty?

[@hardlymovingpro]

It's not like a engine oil filter (i.e. trapping carbon from combustion) and usually doesn't require replacement.

[@ramiroperez6170]

Why would you not pump fluid back in thru the return line instead of dip stick?

[@hardlymovingpro]

I could but the dip stick tube is more direct.

[@deecee6810]

Wow, So impressed....

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!

[@Anthonythesider]

What about the filter and magnet and all the dirt in the pan

[@hardlymovingpro]

The "dirt" is clutch friction material that's settled. A lot of time and effort involved in removing the pan.

[@Killmonize]

At what mileage do u change the transmission filter?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Never bothered changing the filter.

[@Killmonize]

​@hardlymovingpro thanks. I am new to gm world. I've had mostly imports.

[@mikespence8895]

Where did you get that 86 adapter?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Amazon. Link provided in the description of this video.

[@MissionaryForMexico]

He did a fantastic job, except he did not remove the drain bolt from the torque converter!

[@GamerDudeCommentary]

Can this method be done on any vehicle?

[@hardlymovingpro]

Auto manufacturers, in their infinite wisdom, decided to eliminate transmission dip sticks in newer model vehicles. Therefore you'll need to find a fill port (either at the top or side of most transmissions) to insert the pump's tube to pump in the new ATF.

[@GamerDudeCommentary]

@@hardlymovingpro Well mine is a 2000. SO she is an oldy, lol

[@hardlymovingpro]

Check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6C5lXuEhax7a5Y

[@MD-cd7em]

GREAT VID!

[@hardlymovingpro]

Thanks!