Firebird V8-350 5.7L VIN P SFI (1996)
Shift Solenoid: Service and Repair
Removal
Pan and Filter Assembly
PAN AND FILTER ASSEMBLY
Pan, Filter And Seal Removal
CLEAN
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Exposed ends of bottom pan screws and spray with penetrating oil.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Screws (76), oil pan (75) and gasket (73).
2. Oil filter (72) and filter seal (71).
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Filter seal may be stuck in the pump.
INSPECT
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Filter (72), open filter by prying the metal crimping away from the top of the filter (black) and pull apart. The filter may contain evidence for
root cause diagnosis.
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Clutch material.
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Bronze slivers indicating bushing wear.
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Steel particles.
Valve Body and Wiring Harness
VALVE BODY AND WIRING HARNESS