TRANSMISSION SIDE COVER BOLT & WASHER REPLACEMENT

Model and Year THM TRANSMISSIONS OR TRANSAXLES

When servicing any THM transmission or transaxle and removal of the side cover and/or bottom pan is required, IT IS NOT ALWAYS NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE HEX HEAD SCREWS AND CONICAL WASHER ASSEMBLIES.

NOTICE: Screws with the coating stripped away exposing the exterior portion of the head or washer should be replaced. Also, replace those hex head screws if the washer is inverted (see illustration below).

Insert this information in the appropriate section of your 1985 service manual.

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