[HOW TO] 8L45 - 8 Speed Transmission Fluid & Filter Change for 2017-2022 Chevy Colorado & GMC Canyon

The 8L45 fluid change is pretty straight forward. You will replace approximately 6 quarts of fluid that is in the pan. Make sure you are on a level surface when doing this procedure. This procedure will be the same for 2017+ Chevy Colorado's and GMC Canyons that are equipped with the 3.6L V6 motor and the 8 Speed Transmission. It's important to note, that it's OK to add slightly more fluid than necessary when you refill the transmission. When you do the fluid level check procedure and remove the standpipe plug at operating temp, the pan will drain down to the correct level. Then you can reinstall the plug and be good to go. READ THIS DOCUMENT FIRST BEFORE ATTEMPTING THIS PROCEDURE. Link to printable procedure document: https://tinyurl.com/8L45transmissionfluid Note: While this procedure was performed on an 8 Speed 8L45 transmission, however the 6 speed 6L50 transmission will have a very similar fluid change process. However, it will use a different fluid and filter. ================================================ Mobil1 LV ATF HP Fluid 6 pack (124715): https://amzn.to/36tJHbe - I ordered two 6 packs because this oil can be used in your transfer case as well. TF922 Transmission Filter for 8L45: https://amzn.to/3ijiwBU Replacement Pan Gasket: https://amzn.to/3ik4NuL Shop Towels: https://amzn.to/3N5eprp ================================================ eTORK in/lb torque wrench: https://amzn.to/3KXZRrP Craftsman Torque Wrench: https://amzn.to/3CUVI52 Fluid Transfer Pump: https://amzn.to/37LUcH5 Oil Drain Pan: https://amzn.to/2vbQZ08 ================================================ PART NUMBERS: Filter Part #: TF922 Mobil1 Fluid Part #: 124715 (BLUE LABEL) Pan Gasket Part #: 24260071 Transmission Pan Part #: 24274616 Transmission Pan Bolts Part #: 11589299 Cat Flange Gasket Part #: 22971963 ================================================ Pan Bolts - 10mm - 89 in/lbs Standpipe Bolt - 10mm - 80 in/lbs Cat Flange nuts - 15mm - 37 ft/lbs Exhaust Hanger Bracket - 15mm - 43 ft/lbs ================================================ Check out my Amazon Store Front! https://www.amazon.com/shop/fondupotsgarage Other stuff I like to use: Work Gloves: https://amzn.to/37jel2a Milwaukee Impact Wrench: https://amzn.to/2RgJJJ5 Makita 12v Impact and Drill Set: https://amzn.to/2TW5gIP Makita 18v Impact and Drill Set: https://amzn.to/30GVyLy Makita Drill Bits set: https://amzn.to/37ie538 Go Rhino! Digital Pressure Inflator: https://amzn.to/2G8x6t8 Dewalt Socket Set: https://amzn.to/2GdmUzq Trim Removal Tools: https://amzn.to/37gjRSR Oil Pump: https://amzn.to/36fxyAf Shop Towels: https://amzn.to/2NLimok Chemical Guys Inner Clean https://amzn.to/3azFvDE Shure MV88 iPhone Microphone: https://amzn.to/2BMdbRT Get Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/2RdYigg --As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Timestamps ====================================== 00:00 - Intro - Parts & Tools 03:23 - Examining Transmission Under-body 05:15 - Loosening Exhaust 06:33 - Removing Fluid from Trans Pan 08:23 - Removing Bolts from Trans Pan 09:50 - Examining Trans Pan on Work Bench 11:09 - Examining Trans Pan Gasket 12:18 - Replacing Transmission Filter 13:04 - Reinstalling Trans Pan 15:05 - Refilling Transmission Fluid 16:11 - Reinstalling Exhaust 16:46 - Start up & Fluid Level Check 18:43 - Checking Standpipe Plug 19:38 - Outro ======================================