GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION:When the pedal assembly is pressed to the floor, the shift lever does not move freely in and out of reverse gear.

1

Check for a pedal travel restriction.

Is the vehicle equipped with aftermarket floor covering?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Remove the aftermarket floor covering.

Does the clutch work properly?

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System OK

Go to Step 3

3

Check the clutch system. Refer to Preliminary Checks .

Does the clutch work properly?

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System OK

Go to Step 4

4

Check for air in the clutch hydraulic system.

Is there air in the clutch hydraulic system?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .

Does the clutch work properly?

--

System OK

Go to Step 6

6

Check the master cylinder for worn seals.

Are the seals worn?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the necessary components. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .

Does the clutch work properly?

--

System OK

Go to Step 8

8

Check for a worn or damaged concentric slave cylinder.

Is the concentric slave cylinder worn or damaged?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

9

Replace the concentric slave cylinder or release bearing. Refer to Clutch Concentric Actuator Cylinder Replacement .

Does the clutch work properly?

--

System OK

Go to Step 10

10

Inspect the clutch assembly for the following:

    • Damaged or worn clutch driven plate
    • Binding on the clutch driven plate

Are the clutch components OK?

--

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Go to Step 11

11

Replace the clutch disc. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .

Does the clutch work properly?

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System OK

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