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Torque Converter

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 studs, 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: Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check Torque Converter End Play Check Torque Converter Turbine to Pump Stator Interference Check Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator 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