How to change transmission fluid(and check level) on a VT40 found in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 Chevy Malibu

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Every video and post I’ve seen about filling and checking VT40 transmission fluid is misleading.

Here’s the correct method:

  1. Pull the drain plug and catch all the old fluid in a drain pan.
  2. Measure the old fluid.
  3. Add the same amount of new fluid as the old fluid that was removed.

To check the transmission fluid level, follow these steps (the engine must be running):

  1. Start in P gear and let the engine idle.
  2. Use diagnostic equipment (or an infrared thermometer on the fluid pan) to confirm the transmission oil temperature is 60-80°C.
  3. Depress the brake pedal, shift to R gear, and hold for 10 seconds, then drive in R gear for 10 seconds before returning to P gear.
  4. Let the engine idle for at least 3 minutes to remove oil foam.
  5. Lift the vehicle, remove the transmission oil inspection plug (11mm plug), and check for a small amount of oil dripping. If no oil drips, reinstall the plug, add about 1L of fresh oil, and repeat until oil drips.

I’ll release a YouTube video showing this process soon.

For more details, check this website:

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I’m still awaiting the video of the filter change, sir! I hope you will upload it soon since I can’t seem to locate it anywhere.