Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
11. Remove the transmission cover.
12. Remove the access plugs for the oil pan rear nuts.
13. Remove the transmission to oil pan bolts.
14. Remove the oil pan from the engine.
15. Clean all sealing surfaces on the engine and the oil pan.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Any time the transmission and the engine oil pan are off of the engine at the same time, install the transmission before the oil pan. This is to
allow for the proper oil pan alignment. Failure to achieve the correct oil pan alignment can result in transmission failure.