4000,S L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (MG) (1985)
Flex Plate: Customer Interest
Engine - Ticking Noise
Group:
13
Number:
91-01
Date:
January 31, 1991
Subject:
Engine ticking noises at 1800-3200 RPM
Model(s):
4000 (eng. code MG w/auto. trans.)
1985-1987 m.y.
80/90 (eng. code 3A w/auto. trans.)
1988-06/90 m.y.
Condition:
Minor metallic ticking noises in engine between 1800-3200 RPM caused by design tolerances of piston pins/connecting rod bearings.
Production Solution:
Introduction of two-piece flexible drive plate
As of:
06/90 VIN 8A_LA279402 engine code 3A (4-cyl) only
Service Solution:
Replace original solid drive plate with two-piece flexible drive plate.
Parts required
Description
Part Number
Quantity
Two-piece flexible
drive plate
053 105 323 G
1
4.0 mm spacer
053 105 301 A
1
1.0 mm shims
056 105 303
2
Torque converter
bolts
087 323 699
3
Locking compound
D 000 600
1
Note
Zone/DSM approval is required before performing this repair
CAUTION
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Department for latest information.
CAUTION
Before removing transmission, set engine to TDC. This ensures alignment of the drive plate to the transmission.