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.
Torque Converter Assembly: Installation
- Install the O-ring to front reduction drive gear.NOTE:
- Use new O-rings.
- Apply CVTF to the O-ring.
- 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.
- Engage the splines while gently rotating the torque converter assembly by hand, and securely insert the assembly.
- Measure depth "A", from converter case end surface to drive plate contacting surface.
Standard (A) (reference):
6.8 mm (0.268 in)
- Install the transmission assembly to the vehicle. Refer to , INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.
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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.
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