Torque Converter Seal: Installation
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- Install a new torque converter hub seal on the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 307-575 Converter Seal Installer.
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NOTE: Support the torque converter housing using blocks of wood, or damage to the torque converter housing may occur.
Using the special tool, install the torque converter hub seal in the torque converter housing. Use Special Service Tool: 307-575 Converter Seal Installer. Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block
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NOTE: Only thread the bolts 6 to 8 turns or do not exceed 12 mm (0.472 in) in the torque converter. If the bolts are threaded too far, damage to the torque converter clutch surface can occur, causing torque converter failure.
Install two 10 mm x 1.50 bolts into the torque converter 6 to 8 turns to assist in handling the torque converter and install the torque converter in the transmission.
- Install the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 307-346 (T97T-7902-A) Retainer, Torque Converter.
- Remove the transmission from the bench-mounted holding fixture. Use Special Service Tool: 307-580 Holding Fixture.
- Install the transmission. Refer to: INSTALLATION .