Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L (2008)
1. Install a new oil level indicator tube seal into the transmission case.
2. Install the bottom of oil level indicator tube into the seal.
3. Remove the safety stands.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the upper fill tube to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
6. Install the bolt and the nut securing the oil level indicator tube brackets to the engine.
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Tighten the bolt to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
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Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
7. Install the nut securing the oil level indicator tube to the transmission stud.
Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
8. Install the air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 4.3L engine, Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 4.8L, 5.3L,
6.0L engine, or Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement for the 6.6L engine.
9. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
10. Fill the transmission fluid to the proper level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check (See: Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General
Diagnostics/4L80-E/4L85-E - Automatic Transmission/Transmission Fluid Checking) .