Automatic Transmission

Torque Converter (Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies)

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1. A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:

  • A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
  • Converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
  • Discoloration (due to overheating).
  • The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
  • One-Way Clutch Check
  • End Play Check
  • Stator to Turbine Interference Check
  • Stator to Impeller Interference Check
  • Torque Converter Leak Check
  • Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
  • Major metallic failure.
  • Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures.
  • Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.

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