| Subject: | Transmission Case or Channel Plate Replacement |
| Models: | 1996-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier |
| 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt |
| 1997-2007 Chevrolet Malibu/Malibu Maxx |
| 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero |
| 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit (Canada Only) |
| 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am |
| 1996-2005 Pontiac Sunfire |
The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.
Condition/Concern:
If the transmission case or channel plate has to be replaced the bolt holes will not be threaded. The case and channel plate bolt holes are not tapped by manufacturer.
Recommendation/Instructions:
The bolts are self tapping and are to be used to thread the component. When threads are complete back off on bolt and then retorque to proper specification.
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.
