Torque Converter Removal/Installation [Aw6A-El]

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Remove the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL] .)
CAUTION:
- The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the torque converter splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal.
- Do not drop the torque converter.
- Do not pinch fingers.
Remove the torque converter, and immediately turn it so that the hole faces upward. This will help to keep any remaining fluid from spilling.
Drain any ATF remaining in the torque converter.
Using a flathead screwdriver, position the drive gear on the oil pump component in the center.
Install the torque converter to the transaxle.

Fig 1: View Of Torque Converter & Transaxle
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
To ensure that the torque converter is installed accurately, measure distance A between the end of the torque converter and the end of the converter housing.
Distance A ((between the end of the torque converter and the end of the converter housing))

20 mm {0.79 in}

Fig 2: Identifying Distance Between End Of Torque Converter & End Of Converter Housing
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AW6A-EL] .)
Perform the mechanical system test (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST [AW6A-EL] .)