For 1990-2009 cars only
- Remove the old sealant from the housings.
- Clean the transmission housings in a suitable cleaning solvent. Air dry the housing.
- Inspect the housing for the following conditions:
- Replace a cracked housing.
- Clean up damaged threads with the correct size tap.
- Replace the housing if scratches, grooves or scoring cannot be removed with a soft stone or a crocus cloth.
- Inspect the machined mating surfaces for flatness. Check the mating surfaces with a straight edge.
| • | Cracks |
| • | Damaged threads |
| • | Nicked mounting surfaces |
| • | Burrs |
| • | Scratches |
