Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
External Sealing: Notes
The torque converter housing has a lip-type seal that seals the torque converter hub. The pump assembly seals to the torque converter housing with a rubber seal. The manual shaft and halfshafts also use lip-type seals. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles do not use a RH halfshaft seal, the transaxle is sealed by the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) on the RH side.
The torque converter housing is sealed to the transaxle case with silicone sealant.
The main control cover is sealed to the transaxle case with silicone sealant and seals to the solenoid body with a reusable rubber gasket. The Turbine Shaft Speed (TSS) sensor is sealed to the transaxle case with an O-ring seal.
The line pressure tap plug and transmission fluid drain plug have pipe threads and seal when tightened to specification.
The transmission fluid filler tube is sealed to the torque converter housing with an O-ring seal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.