GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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

Check for a loose linkage.

Repair or replace loose linkage, if necessary.

Check for a damaged clutch disc.

Replace the damaged clutch disc.

Check for an improperly installed fork shaft.

Remove the fork shaft and install it correctly. Very lightly lubricate the fork fingers at the release bearing with wheel bearing grease.

Check for the clutch disc hub binding on the input shaft splines.

Repair or replace the clutch disc hub.

Check for a warped or bent clutch disc.

Replace the warped or bent clutch disc.