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Torque Converter

  1. A new torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements are true:
    • A torque converter failure 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 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