Torque Converter End Play Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the special tool into the torque converter pump drive.
- Tighten the inner post until the tool is securely locked.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Into Torque Converter Pump Drive
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the special tool on the converter pump drive hub and zero the dial indicator.

Fig 3: Identifying Dial Indicator
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Lift up on the special tool and note the dial indicator reading.
- If the reading exceeds end play limits, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
  TORQUE CONVERTER END PLAY
  
  Fig 4: Torque Converter End Play Specification
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  
  Fig 5: Reading Dial Indicator
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the special tools.