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An Index to Service Information for 1948-50 (22nd->23rd Series) Packards

1948-50 (22nd->23rd Series) - ULTRAMATIC

SubjectApplicationDocument
Bearings, Care of Ball and Roller
installation/removal damage - proper support
(all models)
Bell Housing Oil Seal
leather leaks - use neoprene
23rd-24th;
(25th-55th)
Bell Housing Oil Seal Leaks
converter mis-alignment - checks
23rd-24th;
(25th-56th)
Brake Piston Seal Retainer - Part No. 423084
low and reverse - proper thickness
23rd-54th
Breather Oil Leaks
speeds over 30MPH - speedometer driving gear installed backwards
23rd-26th
Breather, Late Type
oil loss - new design, relocated
23rd-24th
Bushing Tools, Service
description and illustration of use
23rd-24th
Bushing Tools, Service
description and illustration of use
23rd-55th
Bushings and Bearings, Service
parts list
23rd-56th
Bushings, Service
parts available for service
23rd-24th
Bushings, Service
parts available for service
23rd-55th
Bushings, Service
parts/tools now available, do not order complete housings - see SC Vol. 24, no. 11
23rd-24th
Bushings, Service Replacment
clutch housings, thicker bushings - new kits, superseded parts
23rd
Changes in... (Confidential)
production - with part, effective date/unit
23rd-24th
Changes in... (Confidential)
production - with part, effective date/unit
23rd-24th
Control Assembly Part No. 423800 (exc. Gear Start)
superceded part - exceptions
23rd-54th
Control Assembly, New Type
exploded view - adjustment procedure affected
23rd
Control Throttle Shaft Over-Travel, Correcting
high range clutch failure - new throttle shaft stop
23rd
Control Timing Valve Spring Seat
cleaning precaution
23rd
Control Valve: Damper - New Type
pulsation/flutter - new type valve
23rd-24th
Control Valve: Dampers
two head styles - proper removal
23rd
Control Valve: Lever and Link
new, one-piece link and adjustments
23rd
Control Valve: Lever And Link Assembly, New Type
new, one-piece link and adjustments
23rd
Control Valve: Link Adjustment
engine load in park, high range engaged - adjustment using special tool
23rd
Control Valve: Torque-Tightening Controls
stuck valves - fluid/pressure leaks
23rd-56th
Control Valve: Valve Body Separator Kit
third design - drill/tap body for additional retaining screws
23rd
Control Valve: Valve Body, Upper
new production, die-cast - requires spring-type check valve
23rd-24th
Converter Inlet Pressure
lower pressure in reverse
23rd-24th
Converter Oil Leak
gasket/bolts - pump flange clearance inspection/correction
23rd
Converter: Application Chart
part number reference - incl. flywheel
23rd-25th
Converter: Corrosion Preventative in Replacements
silica gel pack - remove
23rd-24th;
(25th-56th)
Converter: Fluid Leaks
damaged washers - use of sealant
23rd-56th;
56J
Converter: Reactor Shaft Bushing Clearance
direct drive failure - excessive clearance
23rd-24th;
(25th-55th)
Converter: Reactor Shaft End Play
direct drive clutch hang-on - new thrust washers, increase running clearance
23rd
Diagnosis
basic procedure, pressure tests, adjustments
23rd;
(24th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
Diagnosis and Pressure Check Information (exc. Gear Start)
direct drive clutch engagement - procedures
23rd-54th
Direct Drive Clutch - see also;
Diagnosis and Pressure Check Information
--
--
Direct Drive Clutch: Fails to Disengage
engine stalling - enlarge governor oil vent
23rd-26th
Direct Drive Clutch: Fails to Disengage
hanging on - causes/correction, additional annular grooves
23rd
Direct Drive Clutch: Fails to Disengage
hanging on - causes/correction, additional annular grooves
23rd
Direct Drive Clutch: Fails to Disengage
hanging-on, stalling - converter production changes, identification
23rd
Direct Drive Clutch: Fails to Disengage When Coming To A Stop - Engine Stalls
sticking valves, clutch driving plate - free up valves, proper torque
23rd
Direct Drive Clutch: Piston Ring Gap, Checking
precautions - specifications
23rd-24th;
(25th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
Direct Drive Clutch: Plate - 11-1/4 and 9-in. Diameter
torsional disturbance, roar - new types, larger spring openings
23rd-26th
Direct Drive Clutch: Plates - 11-1/4-in.
torsional disturbance, with new style planetary dampers - enlarged spring openings
23rd-25th
Direct Drive Clutch: Plates, Grooved (CORRECTED)
included in converters, identification - field identification, special serial numbering
23rd
Direct Drive Clutch: Plates, Grooved
included in converters, identification - field identification
23rd
Engine Runaway/Flare - see also:
Front Oil Pump
High Range Clutch
Low Range Brake
Throttle Control/Linkage
Throttle/Timing Valve
--
--
Engine Support Bar
new special tool - transmission removal
22nd-23rd
Flat Rate Item Allowances And Changes And Additions To Flat Rate Manual
corrections - additions
23rd
Flat Rate Manual, Changes in
inspection and fluid change - sheets attached
23rd-54th
Flat Rate Manual, Revised Edition of the Current
revisions/corrections - Ultramatic added
23rd
Flat Rate Times Revision, Ultramatic Drive
adjustments per survey
23rd
Fluid Drain Can
new special tool - fluid filtering/reuse
23rd-24th;
(25th-56th)
Fluid Drain Period Revised
increased - level check unchanged
23rd-24th
Fluid Level, Checking
converter outlet check valve eliminated - check within one minute
23rd-24th
Flywheel
superseded parts - 9- and 11-1/4-in. converters
23rd-25th
Flywheel Attaching Screws (Part Number - Correction)
self-locking washers
23rd-25th
Flywheel Attaching Screws
discard old screws - use new self-locking type
23rd-25th
Flywheel Screw
superceded part
23rd-24th
Flywheel Screws
part number correction
23rd-25th
Forward Gears Inoperative, Transmission (exc. Gear Start)
front pump relief valve sticking
23rd-54th
Governor Assemblies, Replacement
calibrated to axle ratio - part number reference
23rd
Governor Assemblies, Replacement
calibrated to axle ratio - part number/application reference
23rd
Governor Cleaning Brushes
new special tool - nylon
23rd;
(24th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
Governor Flyweight Ring Tool
alternative tool - fabrication
23rd;
(24th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
Governor Housing and Inlet Valve
governor rattle - venting changed
23rd-25th
Governor Replacement
returns not defective - clean, free up vent valve
23rd
Governor Valves Sticking
oil screen cleaning
23rd-24th;
(25th-54th)
Governor Vent Valve and Support
sticking - improved design
23rd-25th
Governors, Cleaning
inspection, dressing, washing
23rd;
(24th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
High Range Clutch: 10 and 12 Plate Assemblies, Identifying
visual indicators - parts interchange
23rd-25th
High Range Clutch: Assembly
lubrication improved - vent springs/holes eliminated
23rd-26th
High Range Clutch: Piston Ring Gap, Checking
precautions - specifications
23rd-24th;
(25th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
High Range Clutch: Plates - Replacement
use of new parts only
23rd-25th
Hydraulic Disturbance
low speed, deceleration - add cooler line insulators
23rd
Hydraulic Disturbance
low speed, deceleration - add cooler line insulators
23rd
Input Shaft Assembly, Late Design
additional oil hole for reactor shaft bushing - inspect stock, return old type
23rd;
(24th?)
Inspection and Servicing...During the Warranty Period
recommended procedures/intervals - fluid checks/changes
23rd
Lifting Bar Holes, Cleaning
insufficient thread - dirt
23rd
Linkage Adjustments - see also:
Throttle Control Rod
Throttle Linkage
Throttle Valve Lever
--
--
Linkage Adjustments
selector, control valve, throttle - latest, updated procedures/special tools
23rd-26th
Low Range Drum to Reactor Clutch Housing Clearance
specification increased
23rd-24th
Low Range Operation
high range clutch failure - proper use of low range
23rd-25th;
(26th-56th)
Low Range Operation
high range failure - proper use
23rd-25th;
(26th-56th)
Oil Change at 1000 Mile Inspection During Warranty Period, Discontinuation of
improved production cleaning/inspection - no longer warranted
23rd
Oil Cooler
engine-mounted conversion - improved cooling
23rd
Oil Cooler
radiator tank cooler failure - new, engine-mounted kit
23rd
Oil Cooler Assembly, Radiator Core Bottom Tank and
cooler tube failure - new service part
2301-02-06-13
Oil Cooler Fittings
radiator core - use 45-degree
23rd
Oil Filler Cap Campaign
oil loss at breather, new vent for cap - field modification
23rd
Oil Hole in Universal Joint Flange
not needed - removed from production, plugged
23rd
Oil Leaks
from flywheel housing - locating source
23rd-25th
Oil Leaks
past articles referenced
23rd-54th
Oil Leaks, Starter Safety Switch
gasket failure - installation assist
23rd-54th
Oil Loss at Breather
level, restrictions, overheating - relocation
23rd-56th;
56J
Oil Pressure Changes
production change - revised test specifications
23rd-25th
Oil Pumps
multiple design changes - now serviced as assembly only
23rd
Oil Screen
governor/valves sticking - cleaning
23rd-24th;
(25th-54th)
Oil Seals
damage, leaks - special tools, proper use
23rd-24th
Operation - Coasting
discouraged - high range clutch wear
23rd-25th
Operation Under Emergency Conditions
rocking, long pulls, steep grades - use low range
23rd-25th
Parts List, Preliminary
illustrated - part reference
2306-33
Piston Ring Gap, Checking
direct drive, high range clutches - specifications
23rd-24th;
(25th-54th, exc. Gear Start)
Pump Check Valve Clatter
front pump knock - new relief valve spring
23rd
Pump Check Valve Clatter
new damper for production - field installation
23rd
Pump Check Valve Noise
click/flutter - new type valve
23rd-24th
Pump Check Valve Noise
clicking, fluttering - new spring-type valve
23rd-24th
Pushing or Towing Ultramatic Drive Equipped Cars
emergency procedure
23rd
Radiator Cooler Tube Failure
excessive pressure - check valve eliminated
23rd
Radiator Cooler Tube Failure
excessive pressure, sticking check valve - check valve torque, inspect free play
23rd
Radiator Cores
standard ordered in error, lacks cooler - part number reference
23rd
Replacement Units
10- vs. 12-plates - not interchangeable
23rd
Reverse Not Released - Tips From The Editor
planetary ring gear bushing scored/seized - band adjustment, piston sticking
23rd-54th
Reverse Piston Seal Retainer and Band Adjusting Screw
high range clutch failure, dislocated seal - improved parts, same numbers
23rd-26th
Serial Number Correction - Die-Cast Valve Bodies
starting numbers incorrect in STB 52T-1, Dealer 1
23rd-24th
Servicing and Testing...Cars Before and After Delivery
recommended inspection and follow-up
23rd
Servicing the Ultramatic
fluid type and level - draining and refilling
23rd
Speedometer and Governor Gears, Nylon
superseded steel parts
23rd-54th
Speedometer Driving Gears Spacer, New Type
improved lubrication, retrofit - related parts
23rd
Speedometer Pinions and Adapters
offset pinion bore - part number reference
23rd-54th
Starter Safety Switch
two types - not interchangeable
23rd
Throttle Linkage Adjustments Change
high range clutch burnout, low pressure - revised procedure, temporary shims
23rd
Throttle Linkage Tools - Adapters
new extensions - facilitate revised procedures
23rd
Throttle Linkage, Sticking
bell crank corrosion - clearing, lubrication
23rd
Throttle Linkage, Sticking
bell crank corrosion - clearing, lubrication
23rd
Throttle Shaft Adjusting Gauges
new special tool - Carter WGD
23rd
Throttle Valve and Timing Valve Kit
engine runaway - improved design
23rd-26th
Throttle Valve Lever Adjusting Gauge - PU344
special tool, return - first run, incorrectly bent
23rd
Throttle Valve Lever Adjustment
key eliminated, use new tool - proper procedure
23rd
Throttle Valve Lever Adjustment, Additional Information on
clarification of procedure - S.C. Vol. 24, No 4
23rd
Throttle Valve Link Rod Adjusting Gauge
new type control valve and link - new tool required
23rd
Timing Valve Timing Pin - Revised
excessive overlap low-to-high, cold - fabricating smaller pin
23rd-26th
Tool Manual Inserts
order blanks - transmission hoist
(all models)
Torque Changes to Prevent Leakage, Cap Screw
converter pump, bell housing - inspection procedure, new specs
23rd
Torque Specifications
reference chart
23rd
Transmission, Service
serial number suffix - updated parts
23rd-26th
Ultramatic Drive Tool
suggested tool - assembly line-up arbor, fabrication
23rd;
(24th-54th)
Unit Numbers
required for product reports, returns, etc.
23rd

SC = Service Counselor
SL = Service Letter
STB = Service Technical Bulletin
SSB = Studebaker Service Bulletin

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