Torque Converter Bearing Noise
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NOTE:
Do not confuse this noise with pump whine noise, which is usually noticeable in all gear ranges. Pump whine will vary with line pressure.
Torque converter whine is noticed when the vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in DRIVE or REVERSE. This noise will increase as you increase the engine RPM. The noise will stop when the vehicle is moving or when you apply the torque converter clutch, because there is no slip speed across the bearings.
Perform a stall test to verify that the noise is actually coming from the torque converter:
- Place your foot on the brake.
- Put the gear selector in DRIVE.
- Depress the accelerator to approximately 1,200 RPM for no more than six seconds.
CAUTION:
You may damage the transmission if you depress the accelerator for more than 6 seconds.
A torque converter noise will increase under this load.