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  NHTSA Recall 78V039000

NHTSA Campaign Id 78V039000; Date: Feb. 17, 1978

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1976 Jeep CJ5 1977 Jeep CJ5 1978 Jeep CJ5 1976 Jeep CJ6 1977 Jeep CJ6 1978 Jeep CJ6 1976 Jeep CJ7 1977 Jeep CJ7 1978 Jeep CJ7

Component: Power Train:manual Transmission

Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation

Affected Units:: 96,933

icon3 Recall Summary:

The involved vehicles may have been built with the transmission adapter plate seal improperly seated. This condition could allow a gradual transfer of lubricant from the transmission to the transfer case.

icon2 How to Fix:

The dealer will inspect the lubricant levels on the involved vehicles and, where necessary, replace the rear oil seals.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: jeeps with 3-speed manual transmissions. System: power train; transmission adapter plate seal. Consequences of defect: if lubricant transfer takes place, the transmissioncould eventually become damaged and inoperative. This could lead to loss ofvehicle control without prior warning and an accident. Note: if transmission becomes difficult to shift, this may indicate thatlubricant level is low and should be checked and filled. Driver should avoiddriving at prolonged highway speeds until vehicle has been inspected andrepaired.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 20, 1978

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