GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Identify the concern or the probable cause of the clutch, transaxle or related components before performing any repairs. The following shifting conditions reveal clutch and manual transaxle concerns:

    • High shift effort
    • Gear clash
    • Gear grinding

Perform a thorough analysis of these conditions if any problem occurs. Refer to the appropriate Clutch Diagnosis Chart in order to properly diagnose clutch concerns.