Overview - Torque Converter

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1. Torque Converter
   • Secure the torque converter from falling when the transmission is removed or during transport. Refer to Fig 1.
   • Refer to the appropriate service information for the codes.
   • Identification. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER IDENTIFICATION .
   • Installing. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
2. Seal
   • For the torque converter
   • Always replace. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER SEAL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

Torque Converter, Securing From Falling Out 

Fig 1: Converter Secured From Falling Out Using A Wire

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-- Secure the torque converter using wire -A-, for example, to prevent it from falling when being transported.

Unsecured torque converters can slide out if the transmission is tipped.