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Question: found metal in tramsmission pan what should I do?

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Ted Hafemann, 3.3L V6, Canadian, OK, January 09, 2011, 15:51
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found metal products on magnetic drain plug when transmission fluid and filter change was performed. transmission performs well.

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    mastertech6371 January 09, 2011, 17:32
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    a little metal is normal, that is why the magnet is there. it also keeps the metal from circulating in the trans causing valve body issues.
    a lot indicates something worn out or broken.
    take the magnet to a trans shop and show them and get there opinion.

    Roy

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