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Shudder of Bind On Low Speed Turns - keywords
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slow vibration #PIP3152E - (Apr 26, 2005)
Shudder or Bind On Low Speed Turns
2004-2005 Cadillac SRX, CTS, CTS-V
2005 Cadillac STS
The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in the PI.
Condition/Concern:
Customer may comment of a shudder or bind from the rear of vehicle on low speed turns such as
parking lot maneuvers on vehicles equipped with G80 limited slip rear axle. This condition may be more
noticeable with the vehicle at operating temperatures.
Recommendation/Instructions:
Flush the rear axle assembly and refill the fluid with P/N 12378261 (Canadian P/N 10953455) and also
add additive P/N 1052358 (Canadian P/N 992694). Fill level should be at the bottom of the fill plug
threads in the housing. The vehicle should be driven for a minimum of 20 miles before re-evaluating the
concern.
Please use Labor Op F3272 Plug, Differential Carrier Drain - Replace when performing this PI.