Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check

Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check





Special Tool(s)





1. Install the special tool in one of the grooves in the stator thrust washer.





2. Install the special tool in the converter pump drive.





3. Use a torque wrench to turn the special tool counterclockwise while holding the special tool stationary.
^ The converter should lock up and hold torque.
^ The torque converter one-way clutch should rotate freely in the clockwise direction.
^ Try the clutch for lockup and hold in at least five positions.
^ If the torque converter fails the lockup test torque, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.