G 1500 1/2 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1996)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Technical Service Bulletins
Drivetrain - New Foam Propeller Shafts Reduce Axle Noise
File In Section: 04 - Driveline Axle
Bulletin No.: 99-04-17-001
Date: March, 1999
INFORMATION
Subject:
Release of New Foamed Propeller Shafts for Axle Noise
Models:
1996-99 Chevrolet and GMC Cargo G Vans (Plant Code 1)
with 5.7L Engine (VIN R RPO L31), 4L8O-E Automatic Transmission
(RPO MTI) and Full Front Floor Mat (RPO B31)
This bulletin is to inform dealers of the release of two new foamed propeller shafts for the above vehicles that may exhibit an axle noise.
Installing the foamed propeller shaft is recommended before attempting any axle repairs on vehicles that may have an axle noise concern. Refer to
Propeller Shaft in the appropriate G Van Service Manual for one-piece propeller shaft replacement procedures.
Parts Information
New Propeller
Shaft P/N
Description/Usage
Qty
15045532
Shaft Asm., Propeller/
1
G21405-L31-MT1-9.5" Axle
15045533
Shaft Asm., Propeller/
1
G31405-L31-MT1-10.5" Axle
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
