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# Fluid Leaks from Automatic Transaxle End Cover

Subject: | Fluid Leaks from Automatic Transaxle End Cover (Replace 1st Design End Cover with 2nd Design End Cover)

Models: | 2001 Saturn S-Series vehicles built after and including VIN IZ236431

### Condition

Some customers may comment of transaxle fluid leaks from automatic transaxle end cover area.

### Cause

This condition maybe caused by a porosity leak in the automatic transaxle end cover.

### Correction

Replace 1st design end cover with 2nd design end cover to correct porosity leak concern. The 2nd design end cover is an enhanced design to improve the transaxle's ability to resist porosity leaks. A 2nd design end cover and bolt kit (P/N 21005835) has been released to back service all 1991-2001 S-Series vehicles. When servicing a 1st design end cover, a 2nd design end kit must be used. When servicing a 2nd design end cover, parts are available individually.

To replace end cover, Refer to "End Cover" procedure in the Removal and Installation section of 2000/2001 S-Series Automatic Transaxle Service Manual.

To identify a 1st and 2nd design end cover, refer to illustrations in this bulletin.

### Parts Information

210005835 -- Automatic Transaxle Cover Assembly/Kit

Kit Contents:

P/N | Description | Quantity
--- | --- | ---
21003589 | Input Hub to End Cover Gasket | 1
21003590 | Input shaft Inner Tube | 1
21003591 | Cover Assembly, Transaxle | 1
11518085 | Bolt/Screw, M4 x 0.7 x 20 | 2
21002684 | Seal, Input Shaft Hub Ring | 2
21005836 | Instructions Sheet | 1

### Claim Information

To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for K6490 (Cover and/or Gasket - Transaxle End - R&R or Replace). If another procedure is performed, refer tot he appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct labor operation code and time.