Torque Converter
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Marauder, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis, and 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- Discoloration (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
One-Way Clutch Check
End Play Check
Stator to Turbine Interference Check
Stator to Impeller Interference Check
Torque Converter Leak Check
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
Major metallic failure.
Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures.
Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination.