Torque Converter: Installation
NOTE:
Check converter hub and drive notches for sharp edges, burrs, scratches, or nicks. Polish the hub and notches with 320/400 grit paper or crocus cloth if necessary. The hub must be smooth to avoid damaging the pump seal at installation.
- Lubricate torque converter hub and oil pump seal lip with transmission fluid.
- Place torque converter in position on transmission.CAUTION:
Do not damage oil pump seal or bushing while inserting torque converter into the front of the transmission.
- Align torque converter to oil pump seal opening.
- Insert torque converter hub in the oil pump.
- While pushing torque converter inward, rotate converter until torque converter is fully seated in the oil pump gears.
- Check torque converter seating with a scale (1) and straightedge (2). Surface of converter lugs should be at least 12.5mm (1/2 in.) to rear of straightedge when converter is fully seated.
- If necessary, temporarily secure converter with C-clamp attached to the converter housing.
- Install the transmission in the vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION .
- Fill the transmission with the recommended fluid. Refer to FLUID, STANDARD PROCEDURE .