Indexing Torque Converter: Notes

To determine and correct a torque converter vibration, the following procedure may have to be performed several times to achieve the best possible torque converter to flywheel balance.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
2. Rotate the torque converter one bolt position from the original marked position.
3. Align the torque converter hub (2) in the engine crankshaft (3). Install the torque converter to flywheel bolts, and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
   Fig 1: Aligning Torque Converter Hub In Engine Crankshaft

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4. Lower the vehicle.
5. With the engine at idle speed and the transmission in PARK or NEUTRAL, observe the vibration.
   • Repeat this procedure until the best possible balance is obtained.
   • If the vibration does not improve after rotating the torque converter 360 degrees, replace the torque converter assembly.
6. Install the torque converter access cover and bolts (if equipped) and tighten to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).