Flex Plate: Testing and Inspection
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND DRIVE PLATEINSPECTION
1. INSPECT ONE-WAY CLUTCH
a. Install SST so that it fits in the notch of the converter hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-30020 (09351-32020)
b. Press on the serrations of starter with a finger and rotate it.
Check if it rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and locks up when turned counterclockwise.
2. MEASURE DRIVE PLATE RUNOUT AND INSPECT RING GEAR
Set up a dial indicator and measure the drive plate runout.
Maximum runout: 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch)
If runout exceeds 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch) or if the ring gear is damaged, replace the drive plate. If installing a new drive plate, note the orientation of spacers and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 83 Nm (850 kgf-cm, 61 ft. lbs.)
3. MEASURE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SLEEVE RUNOUT
a. Temporarily mount the torque converter clutch to the drive plate. Set up a dial indictor.
Maximum runout: 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch)
If runout exceeds 0.30 mm (0.0118 inch), try to correct by reorienting the installation of the torque converter clutch.
If excessive runout cannot be corrected, replace the torque converter clutch.
HINT: Mark the position of the torque converter clutch to ensure correct installation.
b. Remove the torque converter clutch.