A/T - Whine/Rattle Noise Related To Vehicle Speed: Overview
BULLETIN NO.: 96-T-26ISSUE DATE: May, 1996
GROUP/SEQ. NO.: Transaxle-05
CORPORATION NO.: 687102
SUBJECT:
Whine/Rattle Noise Coming from Transaxle
(Remove and Re-Seat Reverse Idler Gear Shaft or Replace Transaxle Case)
MODELS AFFECTED:
1996 Saturns equipped with MP6/MP7 automatic transaxles
CONDITION:
A whine and/or rattle noise that is related to vehicle speed may be heard while the vehicle is being driven. The noise is more noticeable during acceleration between 1800 and 3100 rpm, while in 2nd or 3rd gear, and below 1500 rpm during coasting.
CAUSE:
The whine and/or rattle noise may be caused by a side-loaded reverse idler gear that reduces clearances between the reverse input and output gears. The lack of clearance can allow the reverse gears to whine and/or rattle, creating the condition mentioned in this bulletin.
CORRECTION:
To correct this condition, follow the procedure in this bulletin.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
21001680 Nut-Input Shaft
21001684 Gasket-Trans Cover
21002426 Spacer-Rev Idler Gr (O-ring) (Qty-2)
09440157 Pin-Frt Lwr Cont Arm Cot
21006320 Nut-Trans Mt to Cradle
21002622 Case/A - Trans
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as shown.