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Torque Converter Assembly: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the O-ring to front reduction drive gear.
    NOTE:
    • Use new O-rings.
    • Apply CVTF to the O-ring.
  2. While holding the torque converter assembly by hand, carefully install it into the torque converter case.
    NOTE:
    • Apply CVTF to the oil seal lip.
    • Do not damage the oil seal and O-ring.
  3. Engage the splines while gently rotating the torque converter assembly by hand, and securely insert the assembly.
  4. Measure depth "A", from converter case end surface to drive plate contacting surface.

    Standard (A) (reference): 

    6.8 mm (0.268 in) 

    Fig 1: Identifying Depth From Converter Case End Surface To Drive Plate Contacting Surface
    G06654497Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.