ALL 1981-87 MODELS WITH THM 200-4R TRANSMISSIONS
This bulletin covers new THM 200-4R transmission oil pump assemblies with nodular iron vane rings. The new design vane rings will reduce the possibility of vane ring distress".
Date of Production Change: (Figure 1) -------------------------------------
Beginning June 17, 1987 (Julian Date 168) all 1987 THM 200-4R transmissions were produced with these new vane rings.
Service Action: (Figure 2) --------------------------
The new design pump vane rings (212) can be used on any 1981 through 1987 THM 200-4R transmissions. The past design vane rings can be used on any 1981 through 1987 THM 200-4R transmission, but it is recommended that the new iron pump vane rings be used when replacement of the vane rings becomes necessary.
8657692 Pump Vane Ring (2 required)
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