GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Check to see that the transmission shims are between the catalytic converter and the transmission support.

Are the shims between the converter and the support?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 2

2

Reposition the shims so that the shims are between the transmission and the catalytic converter bracket.

Is the vehicle still vibrating or rattling?

--

Go to Step 3

System OK

3

Check for inadequate clearance between the floor panel and the transmission support.

Is there inadequate clearance?

Less than 3 mm (1/8 in)

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the transmission support. Refer to Transmission Support Replacement in Automatic Transmission.

Is the vehicle still vibrating or rattling?

--

Go to Step 5

System OK

5

Check for inadequate clearance , between the converter hanger and the transmission support. Is there inadequate clearance?

Less than 3 mm (1/8 in)

Go to Step 6

--

6

Loosen the converter hanger fasteners. Then, reposition the converter hanger.

Is the vehicle still vibrating or rattling?

--

--

System OK