A/T - Fluid Leak From Bolt Hole

TRANSMISSION & CLUTCH
TC95-001
MAY 19, 1995
ES 300

Title: '94 ES 300 ATM (A541E) FLUID SEEPAGE





Automatic transmission fluid seepage may occur from the ATM housing on the '94 model ES 300 with the A541E Automatic Transaxle at the M10 bolt hole, casting knock hole, or M8 bolt hole (see Fig. 1). Follow the procedure on page two to repair this condition.





WARRANTY INFORMATION

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Remove Transaxle Assembly.

2. Thoroughly clean the affected bell housing bolt holes and guide pin boss area with a cleaner such as "Brake Kleen" or equivalent. Use compressed air to ensure all fluids are removed and surface is completely dry and clean.

3. Using a sealer such as Loctite "Weld Stik" (available at local parts supply stores), seal the M8 bolt hole and casting knock hole. Twist off desired amount of sealant and knead the sealer until uniform in color, not to exceed two minutes.

Recommended M8IKnock Hole Sealant:

Loctite "Weld Stik" (P/N - 14600-R)





4. Fill the M8 bolt hole cavity and knock hole with sealant. Firmly compress sealer into cavity. Once sealer is solidly compacted, quickly remove excess sealer from bell housing surface using a razor blade to prevent difficult removal after set-up (see Fig. 2).





5. Using one of the two sealants noted below, coat the M10 bolt threads and install (see Fig. 3).

6. Install Transaxle Assembly.

Recommended M10 Sealant:

Three Bond 1324 (P/N - TB1324)/Locktite Pipe Sealer 565-21

CURING TIME:

Allow sealants ONE HOUR to cure after installation prior to adding transmission fluid.