Torque Converter: Service and Repair

Removal
1. Remove the transmission unit.





2. Remove the torque converter from the transmission unit.
Install lifting handles.
3. Remove lifting handles from the torque converter.
4. Clean the torque converter and mating faces.

Installation

1. CAUTION: Use extreme care NOT to damage the oil seal with the converter spigot. Ensure that the converter is fully located.

Install the torque converter.





Install lifting handles.
Lubricate the front pump seal.
To facilitate location, rotate the converter as it is being fitted and note the engagement of splines and oil pump drive.
2. Check that the three converter fixing boss faces are approximately 8.0 mm proud of the transmission mounting face.
3. Remove lifting handles from the torque converter.
4. Install the transmission unit, noting especially the alignment instructions.