8. Torque Converter Leak Test

Torque Converter Leak Test

Tools Required
^ J43763 Torque Converter Leak Test Plug
^ J21369-F Torque Converter Leak Test Fixture





Important: The torque converter leak test requires a large container of water in order to submerge the torque converter.

1. Position torque converter (6) on the work table so that the pump hub is facing up.
2. Move nut (3) to the middle of the center body (1) of J43763.
3. Install J43763 into the torque converter hub.





4. Install J21369-F (3) onto torque converter (8) and onto J43763 (4).
5. Firmly tighten nut (6) in order to seal J43763 into the torque converter.
6. Firmly tighten nut (5) in order to securely attach the torque converter to J21369-F (3). Connect an air hose to air fitting (1) of J43763.
7. Pressurize the converter to 517 kPa (75 psi) maximum.
8. Disconnect the air hose. Submerge the torque converter in water.
9. Closely observe the torque converter for bubbles that indicate leakage. If the torque converter leaks, replace the torque converter.

Caution: All pressure from the torque converter must be exhausted before loosening the test fixture nut. Failure to relieve the pressure could cause personal injury and/or property damage.

10. Push on pressure relief valve (2) of J43763 and release the air from the torque converter
11. Remove the J tools from the torque converter.