Causes of Burned Clutch Plates
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The following conditions can result in a burned clutch plate:
- Incorrect usage of clutch or apply plates
- Engine coolant or water 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 in between channels.
- The valve train retainers are improperly installed.
- The checkballs are misplaced.
- The Teflon® seal rings are worn or damaged.