Jerking In Pull/Push Operation, Fault In DTC Memory, Torque Converter Clutch No Power Transfer

Possible damage:

Fig 1: Coating On Torque Converter Clutch Is Cracked And Folded Over
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The coating on the torque converter clutch is cracked and folded over, no smooth transfer of power, pieces of the coating broken off (transmission codes GNT and GNU only).

NOTE:

If the folded-over piece of coating is worn off, the torque converter lock-up clutch can still work OK temporarily.

Required actions:

-- Replace the torque converter.

-- Replace the ATF filter. Refer to Oil filter, removing and installing .