SERVICE INFORMATION 32 - Torque Converter

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Information

Component overview:

Fig 1: Overview Of Torque Converter Components Location With Torque Specification

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Component overview of torque converter

1	Torque converter
2	Transmission housing
3	Torque converter sealing ring - replace!
4	O-ring - replace!
5	Screw for drive plate > Tightening torque 60 Nm (44 ftlb.)

Mounting specification for torque converter threaded joint:

Fit screws by hand
Tighten first screw to 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)
Loosen screw by 90 degrees
Tighten screw to 2 Nm (1.5 ftlb.)
Turn engine a further 180 degrees
Tighten screw to final torque of 60 Nm (44 ftlb.)
Turn the engine a further 60 degrees clockwise and tighten all screws to a final torque of 60 Nm (44 ftlb.)

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Screws securing torque converter to drive plate

Installation dimension for torque converter:

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Installation dimension for torque converter

a	> Nominal value (at least) 16 mm