Diagnostic Routine 240/340 - Torque Converter Operation Concerns: No Apply

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TORQUE CONVERTER OPERATION CONCERNS: NO APPLY

Possible Component	Reference/Action
240 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE
Powertrain Control System
Electrical Inputs/Outputs, Vehicle Wiring Harnesses, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), TCC Solenoid, Internal Wiring Harness, TP, TFT, TSS Sensor, BPP Switch	Carry out Torque Converter Operation Test. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER DIAGNOSIS . Run On-Board Diagnostic. Refer to INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE for diagnosis. Go To PINPOINT TEST B: TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE (TFT) SENSOR , Go To PINPOINT TEST C: TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH (TCC) SOLENOID or Go To PINPOINT TEST F: TURBINE SHAFT SPEED (TSS) SENSOR . Refer to PINPOINT TESTS - NON OSC EQUIPPED VEHICLES .
340 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE
Incorrect Pressures
Low line pressure	Carry out Line Pressure Tests. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES .
Low EPC pressure	Check pressure at line and EPC taps. Refer to SPECIAL TESTING PROCEDURES . If low, check main control valve body.
Main Control Valve Body
Bolts out of torque specification	Tighten bolts to specification.
Gaskets - damaged, off location	Inspect gaskets. Install new as required.
Valve Body Pilot Sleeve - damaged, out of alignment. Manual Valve, Main Regulator Valve, Bypass Clutch Control Valve, Converter Regulator Valve, Springs, Solenoid Regulator Valve - stuck, damaged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
TCC Solenoid - not functioning correctly	Activate the solenoid using the Transmission Tester. If the solenoid operation cannot be felt when placing hand on solenoid, install a new solenoid. Inspect O -rings for damage. Repair as required.
Turbine Shaft
Seals - damaged, missing	Inspect for damage. Repair as required.
Holes - missing, plugged	Inspect for damage. Install new as required.
Pump Assembly Shaft
Seals, Bearing - damaged, missing	Inspect seals for damage. Install new as required.
Converter
See the Reference/Action.	Inspect as described. Repair as required.