9. Torque Converter End Play Inspection

TORQUE CONVERTER END PLAY INSPECTION

^ TOOLS REQUIRED
- J 45051 Torque Converter End Play Checking Tool
- S A9179NE Dial Indicator Set





1. Position torque converter with the flywheel lugs facing down.
2. Install Magnetic Indicator Base J26900-13 (1), Torque Converter End Play Checking Tool J45051 (2) and Dial Indicator Set SA9179NE (3) onto torque converter.
3. Set dial indicator to zero.
4. Pull up on Torque Converter End Play Checking Tool J45051 (2) handle.
5. Inspect reading on the Dial Indicator Set J8001 (3). The end play should be 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) or less.
6. Repeat this procedure several times in order to get an accurate measurement.
7. Replace torque converter if the end play is too high.
8. Inspect the torque converter assembly for the following:
^ External damage
^ Metal particles found after flushing the oil cooler and cooler lines
^ External leaks in the hub weld area
^ The torque converter pilot is damaged or fits poorly into the crankshaft
^ Internal failure of the stator roller clutch
^ A damaged or worn torque converter bushing
^ Contamination from the engine coolant
^ Stripped bolt threads