Beginning April, 1983, all THM 700-R4 trans- missions were built with a new 24 servo cover and seal. This change provides a tighter fit between the case servo bore and the 2-4 servo cover.
The new servo cover "O" ring (part number 8647351) is identified with a green stripe. This is to distinguish it from the past "O" ring (part number 8642112) which is sitill used on the second apply piston. Refer to Figure No. 2. numbers 14 and 21 for correct location of "O" rings.
If a leak is found at the 2-4 servo cover.
1. Remove the 24 servo cover and "O" ring seal.
2. Check the case servo bore for sharp edges especially at the recessed slots. See Figure No. 1.
3. Check the case servo bore for burrs, nicks or damage on sealing wall. If damage is found replace the case.
4. Check the 2-4 servo cover for porosity or damage. If required, replace with part number 8642979 which will contain a new 2-4 servo cover and "O" ring seal.
5. If it is necessry to replace only the "O" ring seal, use part number 8647351.
6. When installing the 24 servo cover and "O" ring seal, lubricate the seal with petrolatum or equivalent and use care not to cut the seal during installation.
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