Transmission Input Seal - Leaks Oil: Overview
12/31/9637/06/96/US
SUBJECT:
PRIDE - New R380 Transmission Input Seal
MODEL:
Discovery
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
LP
LH
LJ up to Gearbox # 56A0513063J
LD
DETAIL
In some cases a buildup of clutch dust may cause the manual transmission input shaft seal to fail prematurely and allow leaks. The following procedure has been developed to replace the seal with an improved seal design that incorporates a dust lip to prevent reoccurrence of the seal failure. Transmissions built after number "0513063" have the new input seal.
The diagnostic steps and repair procedures detailed in this bulletin were developed as an element of the Land Rover Way OPERATION PRIDE. This TIB provides a library location for PRIDE information within the Land Rover North America technical literature system.
ACTION REQUIRED
Upon customer complaint for the symptoms outlined, perform the specified repairs.
PARTS INFORMATION
FTC5303 - Oil Seal, (qty. 1)
576723 - Clip, (qty. 1)
ETC4524 - Exhaust Gasket, (qty. 2)
STC611 - Hylogrip 2000
Locally sourced items:
^ ATF Dexron III
PROCEDURE
Perform the diagnostic procedures and repairs outlined in this bulletin for the repair of Input Seal Replacement R380 Transmission.
WARRANTY:
Normal warranty procedures and policies apply.
COMP.CODE
SRO
37.23.06 - time 5.9 hr.
Renew manual transmission input shaft oil seal