Transmission Fluid Inspection

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Fig 1: Torque Converter

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Remove the transmission fluid from torque converter (1).
Examine the transmission fluid for the following.
- Evidence of foreign matter
- Metal particles
- Other contaminates
If the torque converter is damaged, replace the torque converter.