39. Torque Converter Inspection

1. Replace the torque converter if any of the following conditions exist:
^ Pump damage
^ Metal particles found after flushing the cooler and the cooler pipes
^ External leaks in the hub weld area
^ Converter pilot cup damage or poor fit in the crankshaft
^ Converter hub damage or scoring
^ Internal stator damage
^ Engine coolant contamination
2. Do not replace the torque converter if the following conditions exist:
^ The fluid has an odor or is discolored, but with no metal particles
^ No external damage
^ Converter bolt thread damage. Refer to Thread Repair in Engine Mechanical for standard thread repair procedures.