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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1996ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSA/T - SERVICE PROCEDURE CHANGES
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9
A/T - Service Procedure Changes
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION A/T - Service Procedure Changes
File In Section: 07 - Transmission/Transaxle
Bulletin No.: 99-07-30-020A
Date: April, 2001
INFORMATION
Subject:
Automatic Transmission Service Procedure Changes
Models:
2002 and Prior Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks with Automatic Transmissions
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2000-2002 model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 99-07-30-020 (Section 07 - Transmission).
This bulletin covers the service procedure for cars and light duty trucks equipped with automatic transmissions which are in warranty.
This service procedure allows dealers to repair or replace automatic transmissions based upon the cost of the repair and customer satisfaction. Each repair should be evaluated individually to determine the need for repair or replacement.
^ Transmissions should be repaired whenever the cost of the repair is less than the cost of a Goodwrench Transmission Assembly.
^ A Goodwrench Transmission Assembly should be installed whenever the cost of the repair is greater than an assembly.
^ When two or more repair attempts have not corrected the condition, contact TAO and/or your Area Service Manger (ASM) (DSM in Canada) for further assistance.
^ Only GM Goodwrench DEXRON(R)III automatic transmission fluid is to be used for any warranty service of automatic transmissions.
Cooler Flushing
Cooler flushing and a flow check MUST be performed whenever a transmission is removed for service. It is essential to flush the cooler prior to installation of a Goodwrench Transmission Assembly or when fluid contamination is suspected. Use Kent-Moore tool J 35944-A and solvent J 35944-22 to flush the cooler. Instructions are published in each Service Manual On-Vehicle Service Section. Refer to Corporate Service Bulletin 99-07-30-017 for further details on transmission cooler flushing and flow check.
Warranty Information
Labor operation K7000 (TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY - replacement) permits add on time to be used as needed for disassemble, inspect and reassemble, when it has been determined the cost of overhaul exceeds cost of replacement. (Steps 3 and 5 ) as shown in the table.
Labor Operation K7000 (TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY - replacement) includes time to perform cooler line flush. (Step 6 ) as shown in the table.
DISCLAIMER
Bulletin No.: 99-07-30-020A
Date: April, 2001
INFORMATION
Subject:
Automatic Transmission Service Procedure Changes
Models:
2002 and Prior Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks with Automatic Transmissions
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2000-2002 model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 99-07-30-020 (Section 07 - Transmission).
This bulletin covers the service procedure for cars and light duty trucks equipped with automatic transmissions which are in warranty.
This service procedure allows dealers to repair or replace automatic transmissions based upon the cost of the repair and customer satisfaction. Each repair should be evaluated individually to determine the need for repair or replacement.
^ Transmissions should be repaired whenever the cost of the repair is less than the cost of a Goodwrench Transmission Assembly.
^ A Goodwrench Transmission Assembly should be installed whenever the cost of the repair is greater than an assembly.
^ When two or more repair attempts have not corrected the condition, contact TAO and/or your Area Service Manger (ASM) (DSM in Canada) for further assistance.
^ Only GM Goodwrench DEXRON(R)III automatic transmission fluid is to be used for any warranty service of automatic transmissions.
Cooler Flushing
Cooler flushing and a flow check MUST be performed whenever a transmission is removed for service. It is essential to flush the cooler prior to installation of a Goodwrench Transmission Assembly or when fluid contamination is suspected. Use Kent-Moore tool J 35944-A and solvent J 35944-22 to flush the cooler. Instructions are published in each Service Manual On-Vehicle Service Section. Refer to Corporate Service Bulletin 99-07-30-017 for further details on transmission cooler flushing and flow check.
Warranty Information
Labor operation K7000 (TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY - replacement) permits add on time to be used as needed for disassemble, inspect and reassemble, when it has been determined the cost of overhaul exceeds cost of replacement. (Steps 3 and 5 ) as shown in the table.
Labor Operation K7000 (TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY - replacement) includes time to perform cooler line flush. (Step 6 ) as shown in the table.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.