1996 GMC S15 Recall

Campaign:: 96V035000 on 02/26/1996
Component:: Power train:manual transmission
Manufactured:: 07/31/1995 - 12/31/1995
Affected:: 24,906
Defect:: Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications.
Consequence:: These transmissions could seize and lock the rear drive wheels while the truck is being driven causing a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. if the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced.
Notes:: System: power train; transmission; 5 speed.vehicle description: 2 wheel drive pickup trucks equipped with 2.2l engines and 5-speed manual transmissions.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

1996 GMC S15 TSB

Bulletin:: 010730021
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *tt