GM 6L80 Transmissions: How to Rebuild & Modify
About this ebook
Automatic transmissions are often seen as mysterious and overly complicated, but much of the guesswork has been simplified to its basic elements in this easy-to-follow guide. This book covers the identification process, operation, diagnostic pointers, common failures, and repair and rebuild procedures for the 6L80 transmission. Upgrades that are available to make the 6L80 more robust are covered as well as the companies that offer upgrades.
This detailed, step-by-step instructional manual is authored by engineer, instructor, speaker, and author Steve Garrett. Meticulous step-by-step photos of the rebuild process are featured along with torque specifications and identification of all major and most minor components.
About the author
Steve Garrett has worked in the automotive and transmission industry for 40-plus years. As a service engineer and instructor for General Motors (GM) and the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA), Steve is well-known in the automotive industry. He has authored industry books for GM, ATRA, and college textbook companies and has been a technical writer for multiple magazines. Steve speaks worldwide at approximately 30 conventions and conferences per year on automotive subjects, such as transmissions, engine control systems, chassis/body and brake control systems, hybrid and electric drive systems as well as electronics and communication systems. In addition, Steve works as a contract service engineer for various transmission remanufacturing companies as well as various OEM suppliers.
