A/T - No 3rd or 4th Gear
BULLETIN NO.: 00-T-16CATEGORY TYPE: Transaxle-01
CATEGORY: Automatic
ISSUE DATE: March, 2000
CORPORATE NUMBER: 00-07-30-003
SUBJECT:
No 3rd or 4th Gear
(Replace Direct Clutch Piston Assembly)
MODELS AFFECTED:
2000 Saturn L-Series vehicles equipped with Automatic Transaxles
(RPOs MN4 or MN5)
CONDITION:
Some customers may comment of no 3rd or 4th gear operation. The automatic transaxles in these affected vehicles were built prior to November 1, 1999 (Julian Date 305). Refer to illustration in this bulletin for transaxle identification information.
CAUSE:
This condition may be caused by the molded seal portion of the direct clutch piston assembly delaminating from the steel housing. This condition eventually can cause the outer lip portion of the piston seal to cut or tear. A cut or torn direct clutch piston seal will cause the loss of both 3rd and 4th gears. (Refer to illustration )
CORRECTION:
To correct this condition, use a Tech 2 while driving vehicle at least 32 km/h (20 mph) to command 3rd gear. If 3rd gear is not present when commanded with the Tech 2, proceed with an inspection of the direct clutch piston and seal assembly for the cause listed in this bulletin. If the direct clutch piston seal is cut or torn, replace it with a new direct clutch piston and seal assembly that has been released to prevent this condition. Inspect and replace any other components that indicate possible wear, damage, or quality concerns.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
24205044 Direct Clutch Piston and Seal Assembly
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System as follows:
Labor
Case Operation
Type Description Code Time
VW Direct & Coast Clutch Assembly K7581
-Replace V6 (L81) 10.8 hrs.
4cyl. (L61) 9.6 hrs.