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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2006 🢒 CTS 🢒 Bulletins 🢒 Rattle Noise From Shift Knob Area/Loose Shift Knob (Remove Shift Knob, Apply Sealant and Retighten Retaining Screw)

Rattle Noise From Shift Knob Area/Loose Shift Knob (Remove Shift Knob, Apply Sealant and Retighten Retaining Screw)

Subject:Rattle Noise from Shift Knob Area/Loose Shift Knob (Remove Shift Knob, Apply Sealant and Retighten Retaining Screw)

Models:2006 Cadillac CTS
with Automatic Transmission (RPO M82)
Built Prior to May 1, 2006


Condition

Some customers may comment about a rattle noise coming from the shifter area. The customer may also notice that the shift knob is loose.

Cause

The shift knob has a retaining screw at the base facing rearward. This screw can loosen with use and create a rattle condition. Re-tightening the screw or replacing the knob or shifter will not permanently resolve the condition.

Correction

Do This

Don't Do This

Apply sealant to the shift knob retaining screw and retighten.
    • Do not retighten the retaining screw without sealant.
    • Do not replace the shifter or the knob.
  1. Remove the shift knob retaining screw.
  2. Apply 242 Blue Threadlocker (medium grade) P/N 12345382 (in Canada, P/N 10953489) to the retaining screw.
  3. Install the shift knob retaining screw.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

K9510*

Remove Shifter Knob Retaining Screw and Apply Threadlocker

0.2 hr

*This labor operation number is for bulletin use only. This number will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.