TORQUE CONVERTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [5R55S]

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Removal

1.  Remove the transmission. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [5R55S].)

Caution

•  The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the torque converter splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal.

•  Do not drop the torque converter.

•  Do not pinch fingers.

2.  Remove the torque converter.

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Installation

Caution

•  Do not damage the fluid pump gear O-ring when installing torque converter.

•  Make sure the converter hub is fully engaged in the pump support and gear and rotates freely. Do not damage the hub seal.

•  If the torque converter slides out, the hub seal may be damaged.

1.  Lubricate the converter hub with clean ATF.

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Warning

•  The torque converter can fall out if the transmission is tipped. Failure to follow these instructions may cause personal injury.

2.  Install the torque converter by pushing and rotating.

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3.  Install the automatic transmission. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [5R55S].)

4.  Perform the mechanical system test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST [5R55S].)