Important: Prior to any work being performed, contact your District Service Manager/Warranty Manager for repair approval.įor 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt SS and 2004-2007 Saturn ION Redline This may cause the transmission case to fracture (as shown in graphic below) and transmission fluid to leak into the clutch housing. Excessive wheel hop transmits a torsional shock load into the transmission case. This condition may be caused by excessive front wheel hop during wide open throttle (WOT) acceleration events. Upon further investigation, the technician will find transmission oil in the clutch housing. Some customers may comment about a slipping clutch. Also, if aftermarket kits are added that may effect the driveline loads, the transmission would not be warranted. A field product report should be submitted on each case. Vehicles with this complaint should be inspected by your service manager and District Service Manager (Warranty Manager in Canada). They are NOT defects in materials or workmanship for which General Motors would be responsible for and should not be covered under the terms of the new vehicle warranty. Subject: Transmission Fluid Leak Due to Clutch Housing Fatigue, Slipping Clutch or Broken Axle Shaft (Contact District Service Manager/Warranty Manager (in Canada) for Repair Approval)Įquipped with 5-Speed Manual Transmission (RPO MU3)īuilt Prior to Febru(Lordstown) or Febru(Ramos)Īttention: Be advised that failures of this nature are generally caused by customer abuse. #09-07-29-003: Transmission Fluid Leak, Slipping Clutch or Broken Axle Shaft (Replace Trans Assembly/Front/Rear Mounts and Both Axle Shafts-Contact District Svc Mgr (Warranty Mgr in Canada) for Repair Approval) - (Jun 12, 2009)

Cracked transmission housing repair