TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY COVER/OIL PAN LEAKS

MODELS AFFECTED: 1980-1988 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THM 125/125C (MD9) TRANSAXLES

BULLETIN COVERS (Figure 1)

Whenever the side cover or bottom pan has been removed on any THM125/125C it is necessary to use LOCTITE 242 (or equivalent) to reduce the potential for leaks on the following bolts: (Refer to Figure 1)

(1) Valve Body Cover Bolt Hole (2) Valve Body Cover Bolt Hole (3) Oil Pan Bolt Hole

SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number Description ----------- ----------- 12345382 Loctite 242 (or equivalent)

SERVICE NOTES

Clean the bolts with a suitable solvent to insure that it is free of dirt and oil. Apply Loctite 242 (or equivalent) to each bolt per the sealant manufacturer's instructions and allow the compound to fully cure according to the sealant manufacturer's recommendations.

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