GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 55207  Size: SF
(1)Transmission ID Location
(2)VIN Location
(3)Calendar Year (6 = 1996)
(4)Julian Date
(5)Shift and Line Number
(6)Model Year (6 = 1996)
(7)Model
(8)Serial Number in Base Code 31
(9)J = Windsor Plant
(10)Broadcast Code
(11)Transmission (4T40-E)

The HYDRA-MATIC 4T40-E transmission has a metal identification nameplate (1) attached to the case exterior.

The information on the nameplate assists the technician in servicing the transmission and ordering replacement parts from a GM Parts Catalog.

Additional transmission identification information is provided on the Service Parts Identification label. This label shows the Regular Production Options (RPO) as well as the standard and mandatory options. This label is affixed to the inside of each vehicle at the assembly plant. Refer to General Information for label location and additional information.