Torque Converter: Service and Repair

Torque Converter Clutch Assembly

REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission assembly from vehicle body.
2. Pull out the torque converter assembly and oil pump shaft horizontally.

CAUTION: Do not scratch the inner surface of the bushing in oil pump shaft.





3. Remove the input shaft.

NOTE: When the torque converter clutch assembly is removed, the input shaft will also come off.





4. Remove the clip from torque converter clutch assembly.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the clip to the converter case.
2. Install the oil pump shaft to the torque converter clutch assembly, and then make sure the clip is secured on the groove.
3. Insert the input shaft while rotating it lightly by hand, and then check the amount of protrusion.
Normal protrusion A: 50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 inch)





4. While holding the torque converter clutch assembly by hand, carefully install it to the torque converter case. Take care not to damage the bushing. Do not allow the oil pump shaft bushing to touch the starter shaft part of the oil pump cover inappropriately.
5. Turn the oil pump shaft lightly by hand to engage the spline securely, and then check the converter case and torque converter clutch assembly dimension A.
Dimension A: 2.7 - 2.9 mm (0.106 - 0.114 inch)





6. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle.

INSPECTION
Make sure the ring gear and protrusion of the torque converter clutch end are not deformed or damaged.