GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value

Yes

No

1

With the clutch pedal engaged, can the shift lever be positioned into all of the five gear positions?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Check the clutch system. Refer to Unable To Select Gears or Preliminary Checks in Clutch Diagnostic Procedures.

Is the clutch system operating correctly?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Check the transmission for the proper oil level. Refer to Fluid Replacement and Lubrication Specifications .

Is the oil level correct?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

4

Refer to Preliminary Checks in Clutch Diagnostic Procedures

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5

Replace or repair the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

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6

Check the transmission rear oil seal for leaks.

Is the transmission oil seal leaking?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

7

Add or replace the oil as required. Refer to Fluid Replacement and Lubrication Specifications .

Is the oil level correct?

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Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

8

Replace the transmission rear oil seal. Refer to Fluid Replacement .

Is the oil seal replaced?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

9

Add or replace oil as required. Refer to Fluid Replacement and Lubrication Specifications .

Does the transmission operate properly?

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System OK

Go to Step 5