Subject: | Revised Transmission Torque Converter Housing to Case Bolts |
Models: | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Colorado, Express, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe |
| 2008 GMC Canyon, Savana, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL |
| Vehicles equipped with 4L60E or 4L70E (RPO M30, M70) Automatic Transmissions |
The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
Some transmissions in these vehicles may use revised torque converter housing to case bolts (#94 in SI document 1553204) also see the picture below. The original bolt design is on the left and the updated design is on the right. These bolts have a revised
head and require a unique tool for removal or installation.
Recommendation/Instructions:
This tool will be shipped as an essential tool in the near future. If you have an immediate need for this tool it can be ordered by contacting SPX Kent-Moore @ 1-800-GM-Tools (1-800-468-6657) prompt #4. Order tool number DT-49037. Supply of this tool
is currently limited so please only order a tool if it is needed.
Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.