2. Case Inspection

CASE INSPECTION

NOTICE:
- Use petroleum jelly during assembly in order to retain checkballs or to lubricate components. Greases other than petroleum jelly will change the transaxle fluid characteristics and will cause undesirable shift conditions or filter clogging.
- After cleaning transaxle case, allow case to air dry. Do not use cloth or paper towels to dry transaxle case or any other transaxle components. Lint from the towels can cause component failure.

1. Thoroughly clean transaxle case and all case threads with solvent.
2. Inspect case exterior and external bores for cracks, sharp edges, porosity and excessive bushing wear.
3. Inspect case interior for damage at snap ring grooves, case lugs and band anchor pin.
4. Inspect all gasket surfaces for surface damage and in order to ensure surface flatness.
5. Inspect corresponding gasket for proper impressions in order to ensure surface flatness.
6. Inspect bolt holes and fasteners for thread damage. If necessary, repair or replace any bolt holes or fasteners.
7. Air check oil passages.