Torque Converter Removal/Installation

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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

Remove the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Clean the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CLEANING .)
Remove the torque converter, and immediately turn it so that the hole faces upward. This will help to keep any remaining fluid from spilling.

Fig 1: Removing Torque Converter
CAUTION:
- Do not damage the oil seal.
- Do not drop the torque converter.
- Clean oil off between the converter housing and torque converter.
- Completely remove ATF with white gasoline or equivalent.
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 2: Installing Torque Converter To Transaxle
CAUTION:
- Do not damage the oil seal.
- Do not drop the torque converter.
- Do not pinch fingers.
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.

Fig 3: Identifying Distance Between End Of Torque Converter And End Of Converter Housing

Distance A (between the end of the torque converter and the end of the converter housing)
- 20 mm {0.79 in}
Install the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Add ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) LEVEL ADJUSTMENT .)
Adjust the ATF level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) LEVEL ADJUSTMENT .)
Perform the "Mechanical System Test". (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)