Torque Converter
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- A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements are true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on the complete diagnostic procedures.
- Converter stud(s), impeller hub or bushing is damaged.
- Discoloration of the torque converter (due to overheating).
- Evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes:
- Major metallic failure
- Multiple clutches or clutch plate failures
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination