1) Prepare and secure the vehicle
- Action: Park on level ground, set parking brake, lift and support vehicle safely on jackstands so you can access the transmission pan. Wear gloves and eye protection.
- Theory: A level vehicle gives an accurate fluid drain and safe working space. Proper support prevents collapse hazards.

2) Gather parts and fluids
- Action: Get a new OEM (or high‑quality) pan gasket, new transmission filter (strainer) if replaceable, correct type/amount of ATF per factory spec, a clean drain pan, gasket scraper, brake cleaner or parts cleaner, torque wrench, new pan bolts if specified, and rags.
- Theory: The seal and filter are wear items. Using the correct ATF and parts prevents incompatibility and preserves hydraulic behavior and clutch friction characteristics.

3) Relieve fluid pressure and warm transmission
- Action: Warm the engine/transmission to normal operating temperature by running briefly, then leave engine off. Position the drain pan under the transmission pan.
- Theory: Warm ATF drains more completely and carries suspended debris. Do not run the engine while pan is off.

4) Drain the fluid
- Action: If there is a drain plug, remove it and drain. If not (common), loosen the pan bolts gradually, starting at the corners, leaving a corner or side bolt threaded in to control the pan drop. Allow fluid to drain into the pan.
- Theory: Gradual loosening avoids the pan falling and spilling fluid. Draining removes most old fluid so you can access the filter and inspect debris.

5) Remove the pan and inspect
- Action: Remove remaining bolts and lower the pan. Inspect pan for heavy metal particles, burnt residue, or broken components. Clean the pan, remove magnets and clean accumulated metallic debris off magnets.
- Theory: The pan and magnets collect abrasive wear particles. The quantity/type of metal indicates internal wear severity. Cleaning prevents reintroducing debris into the transmission.

6) Remove and inspect the filter/strainer
- Action: Unbolt or unclip the transmission filter. Inspect for large metal flakes, clutch material, or excessive contamination. Replace filter with new unit.
- Theory: The filter traps debris and protects solenoids and valves. Replacing it restores proper flow and prevents routing metal and sludge back into hydraulic circuits that control shifts.

7) Prepare mating surfaces
- Action: Scrape the old gasket evenly off the pan and transmission flange with a plastic or brass scraper. Clean both surfaces with parts cleaner until free of oil and gasket residue. Do not gouge sealing surfaces. Dry thoroughly.
- Theory: A clean, flat mating surface is required for a uniform seal. Old gasket remnants or oil prevent compression and cause seepage paths.

8) Install new gasket (and apply sealant if specified)
- Action: Fit the new gasket to the pan per part instructions. If the gasket is a paper/rubber type, use only the recommended sealant (some applications require small beads at corners or no sealant at all). Seat the gasket carefully and align bolt holes.
- Theory: Gaskets compress to fill micro‑irregularities and maintain a fluid‑tight joint under pressure and thermal cycling. Improper or excess sealant can squeeze into the transmission or prevent even compression.

9) Reinstall the pan and torque bolts in sequence
- Action: Hand‑start all bolts, then tighten in a crisscross/sequential pattern to the factory torque spec. If you don’t have the factory number, use a low controlled torque and avoid over‑tightening. Typical small pan bolt torque ranges are low—follow the manual.
- Theory: Even clamping prevents warping the pan flange and compresses the gasket uniformly. Over‑tightening crushes the gasket and can distort the pan, causing leaks or stress cracks.

10) Refill with correct ATF and initial checks
- Action: Lower the vehicle if raised high. Add ATF through the dipstick tube or designated fill port the amount equal to what was drained plus any specified portion; then start engine and run through gear selector positions to circulate fluid. With engine at idle and transmission warm (per factory temp range), check fluid level on dipstick and add to the correct level. Dispose of used fluid properly.
- Theory: Transmission fluid must be at the correct volume and temperature for hydraulic pressures and clutch friction characteristics to be correct. Running through gears fills valve body passages and filters; checking level hot ensures proper operation.

11) Final leak check and road test
- Action: With engine running and at correct temp, observe pan area for leaks and re‑check torque after initial drive if recommended. Road test to confirm correct shifts; re‑inspect for leaks.
- Theory: Hydraulic pressure and temperature change parts’ dimensions; a leak-free seal under operating conditions verifies gasket seating. Good shifting shows the filter and fluid restore normal hydraulic control.

How the repair fixes the fault
- Leak source: A leaking pan gasket fails because the gasket material degrades, is compressed unevenly, or the pan flange/bolts are distorted. Fluid escapes at the imperfect joint.
- Replacement effect: Removing the old gasket, cleaning mating surfaces, and seating a new gasket restores an even, compressed sealing surface that prevents fluid flow out of the pan seam. Replacing the filter removes trapped contaminants that could accelerate wear or clog hydraulic passages. Correct torque and even clamping prevent distortion that previously allowed leakage.
- System benefits: Restoring the seal stops fluid loss (preventing low-fluid slip/overheating), removing debris reduces risk of valve body/solenoid blockages and clutch wear, and refilling with correct fluid restores designed hydraulic pressure and friction performance.

Quick diagnostic notes (theory of symptoms)
- Small seepage vs heavy leak: Seepage often means gasket age or small flange imperfection; heavy dripping usually means gasket failure or a cracked/damaged pan.
- Metal in pan: Small fine particles are normal wear; large flakes/steel chunks indicate internal clutch or gear failure requiring deeper inspection.
- Persistent leaks after gasket change: Causes include warped/damaged pan, incorrect gasket/sealant usage, over‑torqued bolts, or a leaking transmission case or cooler line connection elsewhere.

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