Composition Plate Surface
Important: All clutch plates in this transmission are single sided; i.e. one side is composition coated, while the other is plain steel.
- Dry the plates and inspect the plates for the following conditions:
| • | Chips or metal particles embedded in the lining |
- Replace a composition plate which shows any of these conditions.
Steel Plate Surface
Wipe the plates dry and inspect the plates for heat discoloration. If the surfaces are smooth, even if color smear is indicated, you can reuse the plate. If the plate is discolored with heat spots or if the surface is scuffed, replace the plate.
Causes Of Burned Clutch Plates
The following conditions can result in a burned clutch plate:
| • | Incorrect usage of clutch plates |
| • | Engine coolant in a transmission fluid |
| • | A cracked clutch piston |
| • | Damaged or missing seals |
| • | Damaged fluid passage sleeves |
| - | The valve body face is not flat |
| - | Porosity is between channels |
| - | The valve bushing clips are improperly installed |
| - | The checkballs are misplaced |
| • | The Teflon® seal rings are worn or damaged |
| • | Low transmission fluid level |
