6L80E trans removal how to?

[bladerunnerkim]

Gday, just looking at removing my trans.from my 2008 Clubsport. Has anyone done a how to guide? Any help appreciated or what to watch out for? Cheers

 

[losh1971]

Beat buy a manual or try to download one from the net.

 

[Fu Manchu]

The factory one

VE Factory Manuals – Google Drive

drive.google.com

 

[Skylarking]

You could also read the later part of @HSV-Paul’s thread and the saga around his transmission removal and TC problems

https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/my-hsv-clubsport.293978/post-3435828

PS: no disrespect to Paul intended, infact kusos to him doing it, but pulling a gearbox at home with the car on stands and you on your back is a saga as i see it

 

[hjtrbo]

From memory. About 2 hour job.

Headline tasks:
Spark plugs -> headers -> exhaust -> driveshaft -> cooler lines -> starter motor -> TC flex plate bolts -> trans rear mount, lower rear of trans to witness bell housing bolts -> support rear of engine -> bell housing bolts with long extensions -> rip her back on a jack -> have a beer