Torque Converter Housing Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the case fluid passage seal (89).
- Install a NEW case fluid passage seal (89) into the transmission case assembly.
- Apply RTV sealant to the torque converter housing assembly.
- Install the torque converter housing assembly to the transmission case assembly.
- Install the 11 - M8 x 1.25 x 30 mm bolts (1) and hand tighten.
- Install the 2 - M8 x 1.25 x 30 mm bolt/studs (2) and hand tighten.
- Install the 2 - M8 x 1.25 x 35 mm bolts (3) and hand tighten.
- Install the 1 - M8 x 1.25 x 45 mm bolt (4) and hand tighten.
- Install the 1 - M8 x 1.25 x 30 mm TORX 40 bolt (5) and hand tighten.
- Tighten the 15 torque converter housing bolts in sequence.
Tighten: Tighten the torque converter housing bolts to 23.5-35.3 N.m (17.33-26.00 lb ft).
IMPORTANT:
Use LOCTITE™ 242 thread sealer on ALL bolt threads.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.