Torque Converter Nuts Installation Note

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Hold the crankshaft pulley to prevent drive plate from rotating.
CAUTION:
- Loosely and equally tighten the torque converter nuts, then further tighten them to the specified tightening torque.
Fig 1: Holding Crankshaft Pulley
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Tighten the torque converter mounting nuts.
Tightening torque

40.5-54.7 N.m {4.13-5.57 kgf.m, 29.9-40.3 ft.lbf}

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Converter Mounting Nuts
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Install the cover as shown in the figure.

Fig 3: Identifying Torque Converter Cover & Nuts

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