Inspection and Verification
CAUTION:
When internal wear/damage occurs in the transaxle, metal particles, clutch plate material, band material can travel into the torque converter, the fluid cooler tubes, the integral fluid cooler, and the oil-to-air (OTA) fluid cooler (3F749), if so equipped. These contaminants are a major cause of recurring transaxle concerns. To prevent future concerns, remove these contaminants from the cooling system before placing the transaxle back into use. Refer to
TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER -- BACKFLUSHING AND CLEANING
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- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage, incorrect component installation, and system leaks. Repair as necessary.
- Install a new or re-manufactured radiator when fluid is found leaking from the integral fluid cooler. Refer to RADIATOR .
- Install a new OTA fluid cooler if there is leakage from the OTA fluid cooler. Refer to Combination Fluid Cooler .
- If the fault is not visually evident, proceed to the Symptom Chart.