Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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Install the special tool in one of the grooves in the stator thrust washer.

Fig 2: Installing Special Tool In Grooves In Stator Thrust Washer
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Install the special tool in the converter pump drive.

Fig 3: Installing Special Tool In Converter Pump Drive
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Use a torque wrench to turn the special tool counterclockwise while holding the special tool stationary.
- The converter should lock up and hold torque.
- The torque converter one-way clutch should rotate freely in the clockwise direction.
- Try the clutch for lockup and hold in at least five positions.
- If the torque converter fails the lockup test torque, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
  
  Fig 4: Using Torque Wrench To Turn Special Tool Counterclockwise
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