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 Clutch And Drive Plate (ATM): Inspection
- INSPECT TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ASSY
- Inspect the one-way clutch.
- Set SST into the inner race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32010, 09351-32020)
- Set SST so that it fits in the notch of the converter hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32010, 09351-32020)
- With the torque converter clutch setting up on its side, check that the one-way clutch locks when it is turned counterclockwise, and rotates smoothly clockwise.
If necessary, clean the torque converter clutch and retest the one-way clutch.
Replace the torque converter clutch if the one-way clutch still fails the test.
- Set SST into the inner race of the one-way clutch.
- Determine the condition of the torque converter clutch assy.
- If the inspection result of the torque converter clutch assy meets the following item, replace the torque converter clutch.
Malfunction item:
Any metallic sound is heard from the torque converter clutch during stall test or when the shift lever is in neutral position.
One-way clutch is free or locked in both directions.
Fine powders exceeding the sample limit is identified in ATF. (See the sample.)
- Inspect the one-way clutch.
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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.