Causes of Burned Clutch Plates
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 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 is between channels.
- The valve bushing clips are improperly installed.
- The checkballs are misplaced.
- The Teflon® seal rings are worn or damaged.