NO 3RD, DIRECT CLUTCH DISTRESS SLIPS IN REVERSE /DISHED PLATE

SUBJECT: LOSS OF THIRD, DIRECT CLUTCH DISTRESS AND/OR SLIPS IN REVERSE (NEW DISHED PLATE)

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1992 "C/K, P" TRUCK AND "G" VAN WITH 4L80-E/4L80-EHD (MT1) TRANSMISSION

CONDITION:

Some 1992 HYDRA-MATIC 4L80-E/4L80-EHD transmissions may experience Loss of Third, Direct Clutch Distress and/or Slips in Reverse.

CAUSE:

This can be caused by the Direct Clutch Dished Plate damage or cracking.

CORRECTION:

A new Direct Clutch Dished Plate (609) was released with a new material that increases the durability.

DATE OF PRODUCTION:

Starting October 1, 1991 (Julian Date 274) all 1992 HYDRA-MATIC 4L80-E/4L80-EHD models were built with the new Direct Clutch Dished Plate. (Figure 1)

PARTS INFORMATION:

Part Number Name ----------- ----

8680816 Plate--Clutch (.054 Dished)

SERVICE MANUAL REFERENCE:

Refer to your appropriate service manual for correct replacement procedures.

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