Subject: | Forward Clutch Piston Change on 4T40-E/4T45-E Automatic Transaxles |
Models: | 1998-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu |
| 1998-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| 1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero |
| 1998-2000 Pontiac Sunfire |
| 1999-2000 Pontiac Grand Am |
| 1999-2000 Toyota Cavalier |
| 1999-2000 Daewoo Lanos, Nubria |
| with 4T40-E or 4T45-E (RPOs MN4, MN5) Automatic Transaxle |
Starting with transmission Julian date 9068, the forward
clutch piston was changed for ease of assembly in manufacturing. The pistons
will have the same part number (24208641), and either one may be used for
service. Below is a picture showing the old design (1), and the new design
(2).