Torque Converter and Transmission Case

NOTICE: Before overhauling the transmission, Clean the exterior thoroughly to protect its inner components against dust and dirt during overhaul. The transmission MUST be kept in an upright position with the fluid pan on the bottom until transmission fluid is drained. If the transmission is turned on its side or over before the fluid can be drained, clutch material or other foreign matter may contaminate the valve body and case fluid passages. Failure to follow this precaution may result in otherwise unneeded valve body overhaul.

INSPECT
- Seal rings for damage. If any seal rings or damaged, cut or do not rotate freely in the groove, be certain to check the ring groove for debris, burrs, or damage.
- Thrust washer surfaces. The thrust washer an thrust bearing surfaces may appear to be polisher This is a normal condition and should not b considered damaged.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

^ Tools Required:
- J 41626 Holding Fixture
- J 3289-20 Holding Fixture Base

NOTICE: It is not recommended to use air powered tools to disassemble or assemble transmission. Improper bolt torques can contribute to transmission repair conditions. This information, vital to diagnosis, can only be detected using hand tools.





1. Torque converter assembly.





2. Three bolts from torque converter housing.





3. Tighten the J 41626 onto the transmission case.

CAUTION: To reduce the possibility of personal injury or transmission damage, make sure when following the next step that all bolts for the J 41626 are installed and tightened to 11 N.m (98 lb. in.).

4. Install the transmission assembly with the J 41626 into the J 3289-20.
5. Fluid level indicator and fluid filler tube.
6. One clamp and vent hose from vent elbow at top of transmission case.
7. Drain transmission fluid.