Firenza L4-112 1.8L VIN 0 TBI (1982)
FIGURE 2 - RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION POSITION
SERVICE ACTION:
Once the transaxle is installed in the car and before the right side drive axle is installed, insert sleeve portion of Axle Seal Protector into the axle seal
(Figure 2). Install with the "T-bar handle" in such a position so that it can be pulled out easily after the drive axle is installed. This will be between the 5
to 7 o'clock position, depending on the transaxle and carline. To remove the Axle Seal Protector after the drive axle is installed, pull in line with the
"T-bar handle". Once removed, ensure that the Axle Seal Protector is intact (no pieces left inside the transaxle). Dispose of the protector, it is not
reusable. Note: the axle seal should be inspected for nicks or cuts each time the drive axle is removed because the seal can be damaged during removal
as well as installation.
NOTICE:
The seal protector must be removed before the car is driven to prevent the protector from deteriorating inside the transaxle causing a leak
and requiring Drive Axle removal to correct.
SERVICE TOOL INFORMATION:
The Axle Seal Protectors are available from Kent-Moore for $8.95 per package (price does not include shipping) and can be obtained through
Kent-Moore's order department (313) 574-2332 or 1-800-345-2233.
Tool No.
Description Pacakage Contents
J 37292-A
Package - Seal Protectors
Seal Protectors - 50 in a package
Technical Service Bulletin # 91T117A
Date: 900901
A/T - 3T40 New Side Cover and Bottom Pan Gasket
SUBJECT
NEW SILICONE BEADED SIDE COVER
AND BOTTOM PAN GASKET (NEW PRODUCT INFORMATION)
MODELS/YEARS
ALL 1980-91 MODELS EQUIPPED
WITH A HYDRA-MATIC 3T40 (RPO-MD9) TRANSAXLE
NUMBER:
91-T-11
CORP.REF.NO: 077132
DATE:
September 1990
SECTION:
7A
This bulletin covers a new side cover and bottom pan gasket for afl HYDRA-MATIC 3T40 transaxles, which reduces the potential for side cover and/or
bottom pan leaks. These new gaskets are light gray in color and can be identified by a silicone bead which is dark orange in color (see illustration).
DATE OF PRODUCTION CHANGE: