A/T - Flare or Slips On Turns
87olds2SUBJECT FLARE OR SLIPS ON TURNS - 1984-87 THM NUMBER: 87-T-34
440-T4 (ME9)
DATE: July 10,1987
MODELS/YEARS 1984-87 MODELS WITH 440-T4 TRANSAXLES
SECTION: 7A
Bulletin Covers:
Engine flare experienced during turns may be eliminated by installing a new filter..
Transaxle Models:
All THM 440-T4 models built before April 6,1987 (Julian Date 096).
FIGURE 1 - THM 440-T4 TRANSAXLE IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION:
Date of Production Change: (Figure 1)
The filter with a new inlet and baffle design is used in production starting April 6, 1987 (Julian Date 096).
Service Action:
Check for proper fluid level and correct as necessary. If the flare still occurs, remove the bottom pan and replace the filter and seal with a new filter and seal package listed below in service parts information.
Service Parts Information:
Service Package Number 8646902