Torque Converter Sleeve RUNOUT Test

Temporarily mount torque converter to drive plate. Mount a dial indicator with needle resting on converter sleeve. See Fig 2. Rotate converter. If runout exceeds .012" (.30 mm), ensure converter is properly mounted to drive plate.
If converter is properly mounted and runout exceeds specification, replace torque converter. Mark position of converter on drive plate to ensure correct installation. Remove converter from drive plate.

Fig 1: Checking Drive Plate Runout

Fig 2: Checking Converter Sleeve Runout