Colorado 4WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2005)
4. Position the transmission range selector cable bracket aside for clearance while lowering the pan.
5. Position an appropriate container under the transmission oil pan.
6. Remove the oil pan bolts from the front and sides of the pan only.
7. Loosen the rear oil pan bolts approximately 4 turns.
8. Lightly tap the oil pan with a rubber mallet in order to loosen the pan, allow the transmission fluid to drain into the container.
9. Remove the remaining oil pan bolts.
10. Remove the oil pan and the gasket.
