If not every 2 years 24K miles is a good idea. If you want to do the absolute minimum and hate yourself and your transmission than you should invest in Redline D4 and change it every 50K and change the filter every 150K miles! You do not need to drop the pan and change fluid and I would never recommend that at 47K or regularly.Use the funnel and add the transmission fluid. 7) Once the transmission is filled, put the dipstick back in. 8) Start your vehicle and let the engine run for about a few minutes to reach the optimal operating temperature. 9) When the transmission fluid is warm, check the fluid level with a dipstick.
If there are leaks, take the vehicle to a mechanic. 9. Replace the transmission fluid cap. Now replace the transmission fluid cap. Push down on it until it’s firmly seated in the hole. Torque the cap to 25 ft-lbs. 10. Drive your Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Now drive the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
2238 posts · Joined 2008. #2 · Jun 7, 2009. The recommended automatic transmission fluid change interval is 50,000 miles. NCM Lifetime Member. NCM Master Ambassador. 2005 Precision Red Coupe - Born on 10/04/2004 Adopted 05/26/06. Past Corvettes.Yes and No. There is another thread on this sun section with a guy that's got a Sequoia with 250,000 miles with no fluid changes. Transmission's fine. Let's be honest here- many don't keep a vehicle for this long-thus to the original line of owners (how ever many it has been) the transmission fluid has been "lifetime".
When checking fluid level, engine and transmission should be up to normal temperature, which is reached after about 5 minutes of driving Two days after the flush, inspect transmission again for signs of fluid leaking.
Step 3 – Drain the ATF fluid. The drain plug is a 3/4-inch square recessed head. You can use a 3/4-inch drive ratchet without a socket attached, or a 1/2-inch or 3/8-inch to 3/4-inch socket adapter to remove it. The drain plug is found underneath the transmission on the passenger side. The web page explains how to determine how often to change transmission fluid depending on your vehicle and driving habits, and the factors that affect fluid life. It also provides tips on checking your fluid level, changing fluid in a filled-for-life transmission, and choosing the right fluid for your vehicle. E1zf.