Transmission - Revised Bearing Cover Bolt Torque

Category 7
Applicable Model/s B2000, B2200 & RX-7
Subject MODIFICATION OF BEARING COVER BOLTS
Bulletin No. 002/84
Issued 3/28/84
Revised

Transmission Assembly:

DESCRIPTION

The bolts attaching the transmission bearing cover have been strengthened and the tightening torque has been increased to improve the durability of the transmission.

Identification mark on the bolt head:
Old: 6T
New: 8T

Bolt torque:
Old: 160-230 kg-cm (11.6-16.7 ft..lb.)
New: 180-270 kg-cm (13.0-19.6 ft.lb.)