Cavalier L4-2.2L VIN 4 (1998)
Case: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - Delayed/Slow or No Second to Third Gear Upshift
File In Section: 7 - Transmission
Bulletin No.: 87-71-66
Date: May, 1998
Subject:
Delayed, Slow or No Second to Third Gear Upshift
(Replace the Case Cover Assembly or Transmission Assembly)
Models:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
1998 Pontiac Sunfire
with HYDRA-MATIC 3T4O Transaxle/Transmission (RPO MD9)
Condition
Some owners outside of the recall population may comment on a delayed, slow or no second to third gear upshift.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a fluid pressure leak between the driven sprocket support and the case cover assembly.
Correction
To repair this condition the case cover assembly or the transmission assembly must be replaced.
Service Information Procedure
1.
Verify the customer concern.
2.
Check the transmission fluid for proper level.
3.
Use the fluid color chart to determine the appropriate repair procedure.
Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure
Diagnosing Transmission Fluid by Color -