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.
- Major metallic failure
- Multiple clutches or clutch plate failure
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination