Torque Converter - Bolt Design Update
File In Section: 07 - Transmission/TransaxleBulletin No.: 01-07-30-007
Date: February, 2001
INFORMATION
Subject:
Release of New Torque Converter Bolt
Models:
2001 Cadillac Escalade
1998-2001 Chevrolet Camaro
1998-2001 Pontiac Firebird
1999-2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K (New Style) Pickup and Utility Models
This bulletin is to inform dealers of the release of a new torque converter bolt, P/N 11519291, for the transmissions as shown.
When replacing or servicing the torque converter bolts, technicians may find that the bolts may be difficult to remove. In some cases, the internal allen slot of the bolt head may be "rounded out" when attempting to remove the bolt. If the torque converter bolts are damaged during removal and must be replaced, use only P/N 11519291. This new bolt has an external and internal hex head design for ease of removal.
Tighten
Tighten the torque converter bolts to 60 Nm (44 lb ft).
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
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