DRIVELINE RATTLE/ VIBRATION W/ENG. UNDER LOAD; TCC APPLIED

SUBJECT: DRIVELINE RATTLE/VIBRATION WITH ENGINE UNDER LOAD AND TCC ENGAGED MODELS: 1989-90 K-TRUCKS WITH 4L60 (700R4) AND 4.3L ENGINES

GMC TRUCK RECOMMENDS THAT A COPY OF THIS BULLETIN ALSO BE FILED UNDER SECTION 4A PROPELLER SHAFT.

BULLETIN COVERS

Service and parts information for HYDRA-MATIC 4L60 (THM 700-R4) transmissions which may produce a driveline vibration or rattle with the engine under load at approximately 40 mph and with the torque converter clutch (TCC) applied. This condition may occur in the following HYDRA-MATIC 4L60 (THM 700-R4) models that are used with 4.3L LB4 engines: 9MRM, OKAM To reduce this condition, a torque converter containing damper springs with a higher spring rate and torque capacity has been released for production and service.

DATE OF PRODUCTION CHANGE

The following information shows the transmissions which are in vehicles that may exhibit this condition:

Model Date of Production ----- ------------------ 9MRM All OKAM All

DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION

The following diagnosis information will help you determine if a vehicle has the driveline noise or rattle condition:

- Gear Range: Drive 4 (overdrive)with TCC engaged

- Vehicle Speed: Beginning at approximately 40 mph (or higher) with TCC engaged - then step into the throttle slightly.

- Conditions: 1. Noise, vibration or rattle

2. Low frequency noise that builds up until the truck bed rattles

3. Low growl or driveline grumble

Road grades or trailer loads may cause the conditions to be more prominent or extended. The conditions should disappear when the TCC is disengaged. Brake can be lightly applied to disengage the TCC for testing.

SERVICE INFORMATION

For vehicles repaired under warranty use:

Labor Operation: T8145 (Do not use Labor Code K7020 as would normally be used for converter replacements).

Labor Time: 4.0 hrs.

Add (with skid plate): .2 hr

NOTE: Labor Operation is coded to base vehicle coverage in the warranty system.

SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number Description 8681952 Converter Asm. Pkg. 298mm (DEAF)

Parts are expected to be available on August 27, 1990. Until then normal part orders will not be accepted by GMSPO. Only verifiable emergency VIP orders will be accepted. SPO will make every effort to obtain parts. All parts will be placed on 400 control to waive VIP surcharges. However, the part will be shipped premium transportation at dealer's expense. All other order types will be can- celled as incorrectly ordered while the 400 control is in place.

SERVICE MANUAL REFERENCE

Information on converter assembly removal and installation is covered in the Automatic Transmission Unit Repair section of the appropriate Service Manual.

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