A/T - THM 125-C Side Cover or Bottom Pan Leaks
88cad01Bulletin No. T-88-95A
File in Group 7
Number 182
Corp. Ref. No. 877112
Date Feb. '88
SUBJECT: TRANSAXLE SIDE COVER OR BOTTOM PAN LEAKS - THM 125C
MODELS AFFECTED: 1982-1988 CIMARRONS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
This bulletin supersedes Bulletin T-88-95, Group 7 which should be destroyed.
Some 1982-1988 Cimarrons may experience a condition of fluid leaks on the THM 125C side cover or bottom pan when either have been removed and replaced. This may be caused by fluid leaking through improperly sealed oil pan bolts in the side cover or bottom pan.
FIGURE 1 - BOLTS WITH REQUIRED SEALANT:
To repair this condition, a non-permanent thread lock/sealer, such as LOCTITE 242, P/N 12345382 or equivalent, must be used on three of the side cover and bottom pan bolts, refer to Figure 1, to reduce the potential for leakage at these areas. Make a note in the Service Information Manual to apply a non-permanent thread lock/sealer to these three side cover and bottom pan bolts every time they are removed and reinstalled.
Clean the bolts with a suitable solvent to ensure they are free of dirt and transmission fluid. Apply sealant to each bolt according to the sealant manufacturer's instructions, and allow it to fully cure before operating the vehicle.