Transmission Control Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the necessary trim panels to access the shift control internal components. Refer to the appropriate interior trim procedures.
- Protect the floor carpet panels on both sides of the console base with absorbent towels to prevent staining from the liquid cleaner.
- Clean all external shift control components including the shifter handle, bezel and the moving shift lever closeout panel.
- Locate the stepped selector section (1) and detent spring (2) within the shifter assembly.
- Clean all surfaces of the stepped selector section and detent spring within the shifter assembly that are sticking or binding. Use a small brush to completely clean the working surfaces of the stepped selector and detent spring to remove any foreign material.
- After thoroughly cleaning the components, wipe off the remaining cleaner with an absorbent towel.
- Use of low pressure compressed air may be used to assist in drying the components and surrounding area. Using care not to spread the cleaner onto other interior components.
- Verify the operation of the mechanical and electrical components after cleaning.
- Install the interior trim panels. Refer to the appropriate interior trim procedures.
- Thoroughly inspect the shift control, console area and carpet for left over cleaner. Remove excess cleaner, if necessary.
NOTE:
Do not use any solvent based cleaning products. These products will destroy the materials and/or components in the shift control assembly. Only use Leather, Vinyl, and Plastic Cleaner GM P/N 88861401 (Canadian P/N 88861409) or equivalent.
NOTE:
Do not spray the cleaner directly at any of the electrical components.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to move the shifter from park in order to completely clean all surfaces of stepped selector or detent spring.