240413

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Gm6 - 6l45r: diagnostic procedure for shudder or vibration issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This can be most noticeable in the 1700 - 2200 engine rpm range whil


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SI B24 04 13
Automatic Transmission
January 2014
Technical Service
SUBJECT
GM6 - 6L45R: Diagnostic Procedure for Shudder or Vibration Issues
MODEL
E82
E83
E88
E90
E91
E92
E93
With the GM6 Automatic Transmission
SITUATION
A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban
speeds. This can be most noticeable in the 1700 – 2200 engine rpm range while in 3rd through 6th
gears.
No faults are stored in the EGS module.
CAUSE
Changes in the frictional properties of the automatic transmission fluid over time can lead to
momentary slipping of the torque convertor lock-up clutch.
PROCEDURE
Refer to diagnostic hints from SI B24 23 07 and drive the vehicle in order to reproduce and verify
the problem.
The troubleshooting steps listed in the GM6 Shudder diagnosis attachment will help to identify the
cause and proper repair recommendation.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Information only
ATTACHMENTS
View PDF attachment B240413_GM6_Shudder_Diagnosis.
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