GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Identify the concern or the probable cause of the clutch, transaxle or related components before making any repairs. The following shifting conditions reveal clutch and manual transaxle concerns:

    • High shift effort
    • Gear clash
    • Gear grinding

Do a thorough analysis of these conditions should any problem occur. Refer to specific clutch diagnosis procedures in order to properly diagnose clutch concerns.