Volume: 1.5 quarts over stock GM deep pan Dimensions: Click here for dimensions. Number of Bolts: 16 This PML pan fits GM 4L60E, 4L65E, 4L70E, and 4L75E transmissions. PML designed this pan as a heavy duty, extra capacity replacement for the GM deep pan that came with vehicles model year 1999 and newer. The step at the back of the pan matches the step at the rear of the stock pan to clear the exhaust pipe or frame cross member. The stock GM shallow pan and the stock GM deep pan are shown in the picture below. Please use this image to help identify the pan currently on your vehicle. |
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Note there are two versions of the stock GM shallow pan. If your vehicle has a shallow pan, other than the few exceptions noted below, please see PML deep pan, part number 8650-1, or PML low profile pan, part number 9297. |
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ApplicationsWith GM/Chevrolet vehicles, there are many configurations and options, so you should always check your vehicle to verify which transmission you have and look for clearance with exhaust and frame cross members for a larger pan before ordering. Typically, this PML pan fits these vehicles:
Some 2007 and newer vehicles have 6 speed transmissions. See PML 6L80 pan or 6L90 pan for those applications. Note to H3, Colorado 4WD, Canyon 4WD: Some 4WD Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon as well as the Hummer H3 and H3T models have the 4L60E transmission. The front drive shaft on these vehicles is too close to the side of the transmission pan to allow the larger PML transmission pan to be installed. Do not use this pan on a 700R4 or 4L60 transmission (vehicles about 1993 and older) due to filter incompatibility. Stock GM Shallow Pan, Exhaust Under Pan, and Want a Deep Pan?The following trucks and SUVs came with the stock GM shallow pan and may have an exhaust pipe close enough to the pan to prevent the installation of PML deep pan, part number 8650-1. This PML pan, part number 9427, can be used for these applications if you switch to the filter for the GM deep pan. See the section on filters for more information.
Filter InformationPML designed this pan to work with the 4L60E filters that fit the stock GM deep pan. Please see ourFilter Guide for PML Part Number 9427. Filter Supports, Temperature Sending Unit Locations and Drain Hole |
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This transmission pan has cast-in filter supports as shown in image. A filter extension is not needed. The drain hole is on the driver's side, which is the top of the image. Optionally, this pan can be machined for a temperature sending unit. The pan has bosses on the passenger's side and the driver's side that can be machined for a temperature sensor. Two of the bosses are on the outside of the pan. PML has a machine shop and can drill and tap to your specifications. Please call to order machining. |
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Shift Cable Mounting BracketYou may have to modify your shift cable mounting bracket to use this pan. If the trans pan mounting bolts hold the shift cable bracket on, please reference this article from Vette magazine for details. PML Pan Compared to Stock Pans |
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This transmission pan adds capacity and fins for cooling so it is larger than the stock pan. Click on image to view larger. |
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InstallationsThese are examples from a variety of vehicles that have installed this pan. Thank you to those who have provided us pictures and feedback. Hummer H2 PML Transmission Pan Install |
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Hummer H2, 2006, with a GM 4L65E transmission, with a PML GM transmission pan is installed. Our thanks to Scott for sending pictures. This H2 also has a PML differential cover. |
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Street Trucks Magazine PML Transmission Pan InstallSee this pan in the March 2010 issue of Street Trucks magazine. The article is available on-line. Avalanche 1500 PML Transmission Pan InstallIn the Chevy Avalanche Fan Club Forum, a 9/14/10 post described the installation of this PML transmission pan on a 1500 Avalanche. Other aftermarket pans required modifications to the exhaust, but the PML pan installation took this guy/gal under 4 hours. We have summarized his steps below and here's a link to the whole write-up.
2007 Trailblazer SS PML Transmission Pan InstallHoagies Garage installed this PML transmission pan on on of their daily drivers, a 2007 Trailblazer SS with the 4L70E transmission. |
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See Hoagie's Garage PML Pan Installation Write for more details. Image at left shows transmission. Image in middle compares the nice, thick PML gasket flange with the thin stock plan flange. Hoagie's Garage used the Hastings TF156 deep filter. |
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2006 Trailblazer SS PML Transmission Pan Install |
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Trailblazer SS, 2006, with a 4L70E transmission, before and after a PML GM transmission pan is installed. |
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PML Transmission Pan Features
Find out why you should buy a PML transmission pan. Gasket and filter not included (use stock parts). Learn more about finishes and construction of PML parts. If you would like PML to machine your pan for a temperature sensor, there is an additional charge of $40. Please place your order over the phone if you would like machining. |