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For 1990-2009 cars only

Harsh Shift D to R for GMC Truck GMC MD Steel Tilt (W Model) 2002

Harsh Shifts -- Drive to Reverse

Checks

Cause

Direct Lube Exhaust

Blocked

Forward Clutch Spring (607)

Not acting

Retainer Ring (616)

Not seated

Checkball

Plugged