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Torque Converter Housing Cleaning and Inspection



Torque Converter Housing Cleaning and Inspection




1. Remove the transmission fluid baffle bolts/screws (807) and the transmission fluid baffle (803).
2. Remove the lube fluid pipe retainer bolt/screw (806).
3. Remove the lube fluid pipe retainer (805).




4. Remove the lube fluid pipe (804).




5. Inspect the torque converter housing for damage. If the bearings are faulty, the converter housing requires replacement.





Important: Do not bend or damage the lube fluid pipe (804).

6. Using a plastic hammer, install the lube fluid pipe (804).




7. Place the 4 chip collector magnets (808) onto the transmission fluid baffle (803).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

8. Install the transmission fluid baffle (803) and the 3 - M6 x 1.0 x 14 mm transmission fluid baffle bolts (807).

Tighten the 3 transmission fluid baffle bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

9. Install the lube fluid pipe retainer (805) and the M6 x 1.0 x 14 mm lube fluid pipe retainer bolt (806) into the torque converter housing assembly.

Tighten the bolt to 5 N.m (44 lb in).