4T45-E Automatic Transmission (RPO MN5/ME7) - No Reverse, Binds in Reverse, No Movement, DTC P0756 (Perform Appropriate Repair as Outlined in Bulletin)

Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions:

In some cases, a scan tool may reveal DTC P0756 set.

The cause of this condition may be due to direct coast clutch failure.

A new direct clutch plate has been released mid-year with different friction plate material. If a vehicle has a direct coast clutch failure or a repair that requires a major overhaul, use the information below to determine the appropriate repair. Information will be specific to the model number of the transmission.

For 2008 1st Type 4T45E Models

8EBJ (2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Only)

1. DO NOT change the spacer plate.
2. Replace the Pressure Control Solenoid with P/N 24225825.
3. Use direct clutch plates, P/N 24234041 or clutch plate kit, P/N 24238567.
4. Inspect the following components:

•	Reverse Clutch Assembly

•	Direct Clutch Assembly

•	Pressure Switch Manifold

•	Intermediate/4th Band

•	Low/Reverse Band

5. If required, use Transaxle Overhaul Kit, P/N 24242026.

8BAJ, 8BBJ, 8EHJ, 8EWJ, 8EPJ, 8EVJ, 8FWJ, 8ELJ, and 8THJ

1. Replace the Pressure Control Solenoid with P/N 24225825.
2. Replace the Conversion Control Valve Kit, P/N 24247456 (Non-Hybrid) or P/N 24247457 (Hybrid).
3. Inspect the following components:

•	Reverse Clutch Assembly

•	Direct Clutch Assembly

•	Pressure Switch Manifold

•	Intermediate/4th Band

•	Low/Reverse Band

4. Reprogram the TCM with updated calibrations. Contract Techline Customer Support Center.
5. Some parts in the following kits may be required.

•	Transaxle Overhaul Kit, P/N 24242026.

•	Clutch Plate Kit, P/N 24245903 (All fiber plates). Must also use Conversion Control Valve Kit, P/N 24247456 (Non-Hybrid) or 24247457 (Hybrid).

For 2008 2nd Type 4T45E Models

8CKJ (Export China Only), 9BAJ, 9BBJ, 9EJJ, 9EWJ, 9EPJ, 9EVJ, 9FXJ, 9EMJ, and 9THJ

1. Overhaul as required using Transaxle Overhaul Kit, P/N 24242026 and either Clutch Plate Kit, P/N 24245903 or P/N 24245360, which will have the new Direct Coast Clutch plates.
2. Replace the Pressure Control Solenoid with P/N 24225825.

The following pictures show how to identify 1st and 2nd type direct coast fiber plates and spacer plates.

(1)	2nd Type -- Metal Flake Material and Smooth Resin Ridge at Outside Edge
(2)	1st Type -- No Metal Flake Material and Uneven Resin Ridge at Outside Edge

1st Type (Non-Hybrid) (2 Close Notches)

1st Type (Hybrid) (No Notches)

2nd Type (Non-Hybrid) (2 Spread Notches)

2nd Type (Hybrid) (1 Notch)

Parts Information

Part Number	Description
24225825	Pressure Control Valve Solenoid
24247456	Conversion Control Valve Kit (Non-Hybrid)
24247457	Conversion Control Valve Kit (Hybrid)
24245360	Direct Clutch Plate
24245903	Clutch Plate Kit
24234041	Direct Clutch Plate (2008 Malibu Classic Only)
24238567	Clutch Plate Kit (2008 Malibu Classic Only)

Warranty Information

For repairs performed under warranty, use the applicable published labor code.