A/T - 4T65E Fluid Leaking From A/T Vent

2005 Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN FSECTION A/T - 4T65E Fluid Leaking From A/T Vent
TECHNICAL

Bulletin No.: 01-07-30-032E

Date: September 29, 2008

Subject:
Transmission Oil Leaking From Transmission Vent (Replace Transmission Case Cover (Channel Plate) Gasket)

Models:
1997-2009 GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks (including Saturn)

with Hydra-Matic 4T65-E Automatic Transmission (RPOs MN3, MN7, M15, M76)

Supercede:

This bulletin is being revised to add the 2008 and 2009 model years. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 01-07-30-032D (Section 07 - Transmission/Transaxle).

Condition

Some customers may comment on a transmission oil leak.

Cause

This condition may be caused by an improperly torqued channel plate gasket.

Correction





To correct this condition, replace the case cover (channel plate) gaskets (429 and 430). Refer to Unit Repair publication in SI of the appropriate vehicle being serviced.

Visual inspection of the upper gasket (1) will reveal damage at the referenced area.





Parts Information

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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