Torque Converter and Differential Housing Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter & Differential Housing

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
1	Torque Converter Housing Outer Seal
2	Torque Converter and Support and A/Trans Fluid Pump Housing Assembly
3	Torque Converter and Differential Housing Bolts M8 x 35 (Qty: 17) CAUTION: Some bolt torques specifications are different. Over tightening the bolts at the 12, 15 and 17 positions in the sequence could cause damage to the case threads. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure:: Tighten in sequence shown. Tighten: Bolts 1-11, 13-14 and 16 to 36N.m (27 lb ft) Bolts 12, 15 and 17 to 30 N.m (22 lb ft)

Callout

Component Name

Torque Converter Housing Outer Seal

Torque Converter and Support and A/Trans Fluid Pump Housing Assembly

Torque Converter and Differential Housing Bolts M8 x 35 (Qty: 17)

CAUTION: Some bolt torques specifications are different. Over tightening the bolts at the 12, 15 and 17 positions in the sequence could cause damage to the case threads.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure::
Tighten in sequence shown.

Tighten:

Bolts 1-11, 13-14 and 16 to 36N.m (27 lb ft)
Bolts 12, 15 and 17 to 30 N.m (22 lb ft)