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Torque Converter Operation Concerns: Always Applied/Stalls Vehicle

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TORQUE CONVERTER OPERATION CONCERNS: ALWAYS APPLIED/STALLS VEHICLE

Possible Component Reference/Action
241 - ELECTRICAL ROUTINE 
Powertrain Control System   
  • PCM, vehicle wiring harnesses, SSC and SSB.
  • Carry out on-board diagnostic tests. Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE for diagnosis and testing of the PCM.
  • GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
  • Repair as required. Clear the DTCs, road test and rerun on-board diagnostic test.
341 - HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL ROUTINE 
Main Control   
  • Bolts not tightened to specification.
  • Tighten to specifications.
  • Separator plate damaged.
  • Inspect for damage. If damaged, repair as necessary.
  • Contamination.
  • Disassemble and clean.
  • Valves/springs damaged, misassembled, missing, stuck, or bore damaged.
  • If damaged or parts are missing, install a new main control assembly. If misassembled, reassemble correctly. DO NOT stone, file or sand valves. This will remove the anodized finish and may result in further main control or transaxle damage.
Low One-Way Clutch   
  • Worn, damaged or assembled incorrectly.
  • Inspect for damage. Repair as necessary.
Torque Converter Assembly   
  • Torque converter internal failure preventing engagement, piston application.
  • Remove transaxle. Inspect for damage. Carry out torque converter checks, refer to TORQUE CONVERTER CONTAMINATION INSPECTION  in this article.
  • If torque converter fails to pass the checks or is damaged, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.