Inspection Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of J 26900-13, J 8001 & J 35138 Installed On Torque Converter

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Position the torque converter (1) on the bench with the flywheel lugs facing down.
Install J 26900-13 , J 35138 and J 8001 onto the torque converter (1).
Set the dial indicator to 0.
Lift J 35138 and note the dial indicator reading:
- The torque converter end play should be 0.5 mm (0.020 in) or less
- If the end play is too high, replace the torque converter (1)

Fig 2: Inspection Areas On Torque Converter

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Inspect and replace the torque converter (1) for the following conditions:
- Overheated (torque converter will be blue in color)
- Leaking at the weld areas
- A damaged torque converter pilot
- Evidence of metal particles in the converter, the oil cooler or the cooler pipes
- A damaged torque converter stator, a damaged pump or a damaged turbine
- A damaged or worn torque converter bushing (2)
- Contaminated automatic transmission fluid due to engine coolant
Inspect the torque converter for stripped bolt hole threads. If found, repair the torque converter.