REVISED:HARSH UPSHIFTS/3-2 SERVICE INFORMATION (440-T4)

1985-86 6000 MODELS WITH THM 440-T4 TRANSAXLE (CW,CP,HT,CM, CN,HJ,HA,CFH,CMH,CNH,HJH,HBH)

Some 1985-86 6000 models equipped with a 2.BL engine and a THM 440-T4 transaxle may exhibit harsh upshifts when operated at high altitudes. This condition may be caused by excessive line pressure resulting from insufficient engine vacuum. Refer to Figure 1 for transaxle identification information.

A new vacuum modulator assembly and modulator valve* have been released for service in a package (Part Number 8646956) for the harsh upshifts condition. The package consists of:

-- Transaxle Vacuum Modulator Assembly -- Modulator Valve -- O-Ring Seal -- Instruction Sheet

*Note: A new engine vacuum line (Part Number 14062624) must be installed with the service package.

Refer to the appropriate Service Manual for removal and installation procedures as well as to Figure 2 for correct modulator valve orienta- tion.

The service package ONLY applies to the following THM 440-T4 models:

1985 Models 1985 1/2 Models 1986 Models

cw cm CFH cp CN CMH HT HJ CNH HA HJH HBH

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