i-350 L5-3.5L (2006)
11. Grasp firmly while pulling down with a twisting motion in order to remove the filter.
12. Remove the filter seal. The filter seal may be stuck in the pump; if necessary, carefully use pliers or another suitable tool to remove the seal.
Discard the seal.
13. Inspect the fluid color.
14. Inspect the filter. The filter may contain the following evidence for root cause diagnosis:
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Bronze slivers indicating bushing wear
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Clutch material
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Steel particles
15. Clean the transmission case and the oil pan gasket surfaces with solvent, and air dry. All traces of the old gasket material must be removed.
Installation Procedure
1. Coat the new filter seal with clean automatic transmission fluid.
2. Install the new filter seal into the transmission case. Tap the seal into place using a suitable size socket.