My 1996 Corvette LT4 6-speed has developed an annoying rattle in the shifter. The car has 21,000 miles and has had no problems since new. Is there an easy fix aside from installing a new shifter? I've read that some new shifters rattle and I have been spoiled all these years. Is the shifter install a DIY project or should I let my mechanic handle the job? Aside from the rattle, the car runs as smooth as glass, even at high speed. Also, the rattle occurs mainly in 1st and 2nd gear. Fifth and 6th are quiet. The car shifts great and the clutch is smooth with no slipping? Any ideas.
2006-06-20 16:08:34 · 1 answers · asked by DR_NC 4 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I don't think it's the shifter. Take it back to the dealer and have them look it over. It may be the exhaust too close to the transmission and it be rubbing and making the rattle. That wouldn't be the first time. They've had recalls like that on the 98 models.
2006-06-20 16:14:03 · answer #1 · answered by jeff s 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋