SLIPS IN REVERSE BURNED CLUTCH PLATES

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1984 Vehicles Equipped With 700-R4 Transmissions

If a 1984 Model THM 700-R4 transmission experiences a 'slips in reverse' along with burned lo and reverse clutch plates, a possible cause may be an incorrectly machined boss bolt hole at the end of the line bias valve (fig. 1). The boss surface may have been machined off about .040 inches -.050 inches too much. This allows the valve body attaching bolt that locates through the sleeve at the end of the line bias valve to interfere with the lo and reverse clutch plates, preventing them from releasing properly. When this occurs, the bolt end and the clutch plates will have wear or burrs. Service Procedure:

1. Remove lo and reverse clutch assembly from transmission.

2. Check clutch plates for evidence or burrs caused by bolt interference.

3. If still not sure, install valve body back on transmission and check inside case to determine if bolt is protruding through.

4. Remove the bolt that is located at the end of the line bias valve.

5. Install a 2mm (.080 inch) washer under bolt head (fig.1).

NOTICE: If the bolt already has a washer, be certain when reassembling the washer that it's in the correct location.

6. Reassemble, following procedure outlined in the service manual.

NOTICE: Washer is not required, if above condition does not exist. Adding washer, when not needed, could result in stripping bolt threads in case.

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