Causes of Burned Clutch Plates
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The following conditions can result in a burned clutch plate:
- Incorrect usage of clutch plates
- Engine coolant in the transmission fluid
- A cracked clutch piston
- Damaged or missing seals
- Low line pressure
- Valve body conditions
- The valve body face is not flat.
- Porosity is between channels.
- The valve bushing clips are improperly installed.
- The checkballs are misplaced.
- The Teflon® seal rings are worn or damaged.