For 1990-2009 cars

1. Clean the transmission case in a suitable solvent and air dry.
2. Clean all sealant material from the retainer bolt threads.

Notice: Do not nick, scratch or damage the sealing surface. The sealing surface is a machined surface. Damage to the machined surface can cause leakage.

3. Clean all sealant material from the case sealing surfaces.
4. Inspect the transmission case for the following conditions:

• | Cracks

• | Damaged threads

• | Burrs

• | Nicked mounting surfaces

• | Damaged sealing surfaces

5. Inspect the bearing races and bores for wear, scratches or grooves.
6. With a straight edge, inspect the machined sealing surfaces for flatness.
7. Use a soft stone to dress minor scratches or burrs on the sealing surfaces. Do not use a file.
8. If scratches, grooves or scoring cannot be removed by hand with a soft stone, replace the component.
9. With the correct size tap, clean damaged threads.
10. Replace a cracked housing.