Impala V8-5.3L (2008)
Transmission Temperature Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
Thermo Element Replacement
Thermo Element Replacement
Tools Required
J 34094-A Thermo Element Height Gage
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement (See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Fluid Pan/Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the thermo element pins (120, 123) and the washers.
4. Remove the thermo element (121) and the thermo element plate (122).
Installation Procedure
1. Use the J 34094-A to set the middle thermo pin (123).
2. Install the new thermo element plate (122).
3. Install the pin (120) and the washer.
4. Use the J 34094-A to set the height of the pin and the washer furthest from the accumulator.
5. Use the J 34094-A to set the height of the second pin (120) and the washer.