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Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check

Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check





Special Tool(s)





1. Insert the special tool into one of the grooves in the stator bearing retainer.





2. Install the special tools into the converter one-way clutch inner race spline.





3. Use the special tool to hold the stator bearing retainer while using the special tool to turn the converter one-way clutch inner race spline.
^ The torque converter one-way clutch should lock up and hold torque in the counterclockwise direction.
^ 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 converter fails the lockup torque test, install a new or rebuilt torque converter.