Torque Converter

1. The torque converter must be replaced if one or more of the following statements are true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on the complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud(s), impeller hub or bushing is damaged.
- Discoloration of the torque converter (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when performing 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.