Visual Inspection
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Inspect and replace torque converter for the following conditions:
- Overheated (torque converter will be blue in color).
- ATF leaking at weld areas.
- Damaged torque converter pilot.
- Evidence of metal particles in torque converter, oil cooler, or cooler pipes.
- Damaged torque converter stator, damaged pump, or damaged turbine.
- Damaged or worn torque converter bushing.
- Contaminated ATF due to engine coolant.
Inspect torque converter for stripped bolt hole threads. Repair as necessary.