GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: Gears are clashing and/or grinding in all speeds

1

Inspect the transaxle fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Check

Fill as necessary.

Do the gears still grind or clash?

 

Go to Step 2

System OK

2

  1. Check the clutch spin down time. Refer to Clutch Spin Down Time
  2. Adjust as necessary.

Do the gears still grind or clash?

 

Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Check the clutch master cylinder reservoir fluid level. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Fluid in Clutch.

Fill as necessary.

Do the gears still grind or clash?

 

Go to Step 4

System OK

4

  1. Check the following components for signs of excessive wear or bluing of metal. Some wear is normal.
  2. • The blocker ring
    • The blocker cone
  3. Adjust, repair, or replace components as necessary.

Do the gears still grind or clash?

 

Refer to Isolating Noise

System OK