Venture AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
The new TAP-equipped vehicle also has different fourth clutch plates, with fiber on one side and steel on the other. A non-TAP vehicle will have normal
fiber and steel plates for the fourth clutch.
The 2/1 manual band is made from a different material for TAP-Shift(TM) applications. This material will handle more stress than the normal 2/1 band
in the other models.
The transaxle filter has also changed to improve oil pickup. The new filter will back service any past model 4T65E and its use is required on all Century,
Regal, Impala, Monte Carlo and Grand Prix vehicles for 2004.
Performance Shifting with TAP-Shift(TM) (Available ONLY on Supercharged Grand Prix Models)
If the vehicle is equipped with the 3800 V6 supercharged engine, it may have a console gearshift with a MANUAL (M) position. The other gearshift
positions available are PARK (P), REVERSE (R), NEUTRAL (N) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). These positions operate as they have in the
past.
While in the MANUAL (M) position, the auto trans manual shift position switches, or paddles (located on the steering wheel), can be used to upshift or
downshift the transaxle, under certain circumstances.
Steering Wheel Shift Position Switch and Head Up Display Symbol
While in the MANUAL (M) mode, push either paddle once to upshift to the next gear. Pull either paddle once to downshift to the next gear.
To use the system, select MANUAL (M) while stopped, with the engine running. The vehicle will begin moving in first gear upon acceleration. For
better control in icy or slippery conditions, the vehicle may start out in second gear, rather than in first.
The upshift indicator light on the instrument panel, or the upshift symbol on the Head-Up Display (HUD) (if equipped), is given as a prompt to use the
TAP-Shift(TM) paddle.
These prompts to upshift as needed will be given throughout acceleration. If upshifting does not occur when prompted, the vehicle speed will be limited
