6000 V6-173 2.8L VIN Z 2-bbl HP (1984)
Fluid Filter - A/T: Customer Interest
A/T - THM 440-T4 Flare or Slips On Turns
Number
87-7-30
Date
6/87
Subject:
FLARE OR SLIPS ON TURNS
1984-1987 6000 AND 1987 BONNEVILLE MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THM 440-T4 (ME9)
TRANSAXLE MODELS:
All THM 440-T4 Models Built Before April 6, 1987 (Julian date 096)
BULLETIN COVERS:
Engine flare experienced during turns may be eliminated by installing a new filter..
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