Torque Converter Service and Replacement

Torque Converter Service and Replacement
1. The torque converter must be replaced if one or more of the following conditions exist.
^ A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
^ Converter studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
^ Discoloration of the torque converter 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 transaxle assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transaxle or converter failure modes. 0 Major metallic failure
^ Multiple clutches or clutch plate failure
^ Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination