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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 6 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 6 SPEED)GENERAL PROCEDURESTORQUE CONVERTER
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Torque Converter
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Torque Converter
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements are true:
- A torque converter malfunction 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
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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.