A/T - Converter Housing Fluid Leak Recommendations

Article No.
03-5-7

03/17/03

TRANSMISSION - 5R55W - FLUID LEAK FROM THE
CONVERTER HOUSING AREA

FORD:
2002 EXPLORER

MERCURY:
2002 MOUNTAINEER

Article 01-11-05 is being republished in its entirely to update the Service Procedure.

ISSUE
This TSB supersedes 01-11-05 and is being reprinted to further clarify the diagnosis and repair procedures. Fluid leaks in the converter housing area must be diagnosed using the Leak Diagnostic Procedures found in the Workshop Manual.

ACTION
Fluid found to be in the converter housing area is not due to vent components but may be due to other transmission issues, i.e., transmission overheat, seal leaks etc. The vent service kit that was referenced in a previous TSB will no longer be available for purchase or usage as a repair component. If fluid is coming from the converter housing area follow normal diagnosis for fluid leaks as found in the Workshop Manual Section 307-01. If repairs are required, follow normal Workshop Manual procedures using the correct service part(s) as listed in your parts catalog.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 01-11-05
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 504000, 510000





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