Torque Converter: Notes
- A new torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements are true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud(s), impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- Discoloration of the torque converter (due to overheating).
- The torque converter is found to be out of specification when performing 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