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Torque Converter Cleaning and Inspection

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1. When a new torque converter is installed the following actions must take place:
- All cooler lines must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing using service manual procedures.
- All coolers (in-tank and auxiliary) must he thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing using service manual procedures.
- Carry out transmission cooler allow test. If the transmission cooling system fails the flow test, new coolers or lines must be installed. If new cooler lines are to be installed refer to Transmission Cooling. If new coolers are to be installed, USC only factory approved service parts and refer to Engine Cooling.

2. If a new torque converter is not hog installed, do the following:
- Thoroughly clean the torque converter.
- All cooler lines must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing usher service manual procedures.
- All coolers (in-tank and auxiliary) must be thoroughly cleaned by back and forward flushing using service mammal procedures.
- Carry out transmission cooler flow test. If the transmission cooling system fails the flow test, new coolers or lines must be installed. If new coupler lines are to be installed, refer to Transmission Cooling. If new coolers are to be installed, use only factory approved service parts and refer to Engine Cooling.

3. Carry out all torque converter checks.

4. NOTE: If leaks or damages are detected during inspection, a new torque converter should be installed.





Check seal contact surface on impeller hub of torque converter for excessive wear or scoring.
5. Inspect the torque converter studs for damage.