TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER FLOW TEST AND FLUSHING (6T50)
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted transmission oil coolers and
pipes cause insufficient
transmission lubrication and elevated ope
Special Tools
DT - 45096 TransFlow Cooler Flush Machine
DT - 45096 - 30 TransFlow Adapter
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
GM studies indicate that plugged or restricted tra
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check prior to using this diagnostic
procedure: Refer to Diagnostic System
Check - Vehicle
Review the description of Strategy Based Diagnosis: Refer to Strategy
Based Diagnosis
An overview of each diagnostic category can be found here: R
DEFINITION: Excessive white smoke and/or coolant type odor coming from
the exhaust pipe may indicate
coolant in the combustion chamber. Low coolant levels, an inoperative cooling
fan, or a faulty thermostat may
lead to an "overtemperature" condition which may cause engine component damage.
NOTE:
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