Torque Converter Replacement Guide

SYMPTOMS CHART

Condition	Action
DO NOT replace the Torque Converter if the following symptoms are found.
Transmission Fluid Oxidized/Discolored No metal debris Clutch fiber material	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK .
Transmission Fluid Contaminated with Metal Particles	NOTE: Do not replace the torque converter for clutch system or gearset component damage. Fine metallic debris or clutch plate material that is suspended in the fluid will not cause damage to the internal torque converter components nor any internal transmission components.
Harsh Gear Shifts-TCC Not Applied	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to SYMPTOMS - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION .
Noise-Whine	Refer to SYMPTOMS - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . Do not replace the torque converter if noise is present in Neutral/Park. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE MECHANICAL .
Vibration-Out of Balance	Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER VIBRATION TEST in this procedure.
No Drive/Slips in Drive-TCC Not Applied	Do not replace the torque converter until completing all engine and transmission diagnostics.
Idle Surge/Rough Idle	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE CONTROLS .
TCC Apply/Release Shudder	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SHUDDER in this procedure.
TCC Chuggle	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE CONTROLS .
DTC P0741-TCC Stuck OFF/High Slip-Intermittent Only	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to DTC P0741 OR P0742 diagnostic table.
DTC P0741-TCC Stuck OFF/High Slip	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to DTC P0741 OR P0742 diagnostic table.
DTC P0742-TCC Stuck ON	Do not replace the torque converter. Refer to DTC P0741 OR P0742 diagnostic table.
DTC P1887-TCC Release Switch	Do not replace the torque converter.
Transmission Fluid Contaminated with Sludge/Metal Particles as a result of: Engine Coolant/Oil Pump damage Drive sprocket support damage Turbine/stator shaft damage No damage found in transmission	Replace the torque converter. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER REMOVAL .
Poor Acceleration above 48 km/h (30 mph) - Good Launch	Do not replace the torque converter until completing all engine and transmission diagnostics. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER STATOR in this procedure. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE CONTROLS .
Poor Launch - Good Acceleration above 48 km/h (30 mph)	Do not replace the torque converter until completing all engine and transmission diagnostics. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER STATOR in this procedure. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE CONTROLS .
Replace the Torque Converter if the following symptoms are found.
Stripped Converter Bolt Holes	Replace the torque converter.
Torque Converter Pilot Damaged	Replace the torque converter.
Torque Converter Hub surface is damaged - scored, raised/transferred metal.	Replace the torque converter.
Torque Converter Ballooning	Replace the torque converter.
External Leaks in the weld areas - hub, lug or closure weld.	Replace the torque converter.
Broken/Cracked Flywheel	Replace the torque converter.
Torque Converter Discolored/Overheated	Replace the torque converter.