Torque Converter

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The torque converter must be replaced if one or more of the following statements are true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on the complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud(s), impeller hub or bushing is damaged.
- Discoloration of the torque converter (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when carrying out one of the following torque converter checks:
  1. One-Way Clutch Check
  2. End Play Check
  3. Stator to Turbine Interference Check
  4. Stator to Impeller Interference Check
  5. Torque Converter Leak Check
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
  1. major metallic failure
  2. multiple clutches or clutch plate failures
  3. sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination
    
    Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.