Service Procedure:

Figure 1:

Figure 2:

Figure 3 - Manual Valve:

Figure 4 - Service Channel Plate:

Order service parts from the "Service Parts Information" section of this bulletin. Also, check and/or correct the items listed below:

- Other conditions known to cause 4th clutch distress also include:
damaged 3-4 accumulator piston seal, loose channel plate torx head bolt (72), leaking driven sprocket, 4th clutch piston seals or missing # 1 check ball from a previous repair or leaking # 5 check ball.

NOTICE: When repair of a distressed 4th clutch has been completed, it is essential to inspect and set the shift cable according to the procedures as outlined in the transaxle on-vehicle service section of the appropriate service manual. To ensure proper cable set, place the driver lever (shift lever inside the passenger compartment) against the reverse side of the neutral gate in the column or console prior to setting the cable at the transaxle.

SERVICE NOTES:

The manual valve link (401) and rod end retaining spring (manual valve) (402) have not been revised for this change.