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Torque Converter Seal

Torque Converter Seal - 3.2L

Special Service Tools








Removal

1. WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the cover and disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Remove the transmission and converter.
4. Remove the torque converter retainer.

5. CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping oil.

CAUTION: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

Remove the torque converter.
Special Service Tools: Holding Pins, Torque Converter





6. Carefully remove and discard the torque converter fluid seal.





Installation

1. CAUTION: Extreme cleanliness must be exercised when handling this component.

CAUTION: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

Install a new torque converter fluid seal.
Special Service Tools: Installer, Torque Converter Seal





2. CAUTION: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

CAUTION: Take extra care when handling the component.

CAUTION: Align the torque converter and oil pump drive before installing the torque converter.

While installing the torque converter, carefully rotate the torque converter until the oil pump drive engages.
Special Service Tools: Holding Pins, Torque Converter





3. Install the torque converter retainer.
4. Install the transmission and converter.
5. Connect the battery ground cable and install the cover.