ENGINE FLARE,SLIPS, NO DRIVE ON TURNS - 84-87 THM 440T4

Model and Year 1984-1987 CELEBRITY WITH THM 440-T4 TRANSAXLE

Engine flare, pump whine or transaxle slip during vehicle turns may be caused by low fluid level or the oil filter.

Starting April 6, 1987, (Julian date 096, Figure 1), all THM 440-T4 transaxles were built using a filter with a new inlet and baffle design.

To repair this condition, 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.

FILTER/SEAL PACKAGE P/N 8646902 ------------------- ----------- CONTAINS:

- Oil Pan Gasket

- Fluid Filter Assembly

- Filter Intake Pipe to Case Seal

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