TORQUE CONVERTER AND DRIVE PLATE - INSPECTION

Install SST so that it fits in a notch of the converter hub and a notch of the outer race of the one-way clutch.

• SST
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Press on the serrations of the stator with a finger and rotate the starter.

Check that it rotates smoothly when turned clockwise and locks up when turned counterclockwise.

• SST
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If necessary, clean the converter and retest the one-way clutch.

Replace the converter if the one-way clutch still fails the test.

If the inspection result of the torque converter clutch assembly meets the following item, replace the torque converter clutch.

• Malfunction Item:
• Any metallic sound is heard from the torque converter clutch during a stall test or when the shift lever is in the N position.
  The one-way clutch is free or locked in both directions.
  Fine powder exceeding the sample limit is identified in ATF. (See the sample.)

• HINT:

• The sample shows approx. 0.25 liters (0.26 US qts, 0.22 lmp. qts) of ATF that is taken out from the removed torque converter clutch.

If the ATF is discolored and/or has a foul odor, completely stir the ATF in the torque converter clutch and drain it.

If the torque converter clutch is inspected or the ATF is changed, clean the oil cooler and oil pipe line.

• HINT:

If the ATF is cloudy, inspect the oil cooler (radiator).

When there is any damage to the end of the bolt for the torque converter clutch and to the bottom of the bolt hole, replace the bolt and the torque converter clutch.

All of the bolts have to be the same length.