Torque converter, identification

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There are different types of torque converter.

Current torque converter with sleeve bearing in turbine shaft of transmission.

New torque converter with integrated needle bearing.

Identification is by means of the code letters.

The current torque converter may only be installed in the transmission with a sleeve bearing in the turbine shaft. It can be identified by the fourth letter, which is either a B, C, R, T or V.

Example (arrow) is a "C"

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Code Letter "C"

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The new torque converter may only be installed in the transmission without a sleeve bearing in the turbine shaft. It can be identified by the fourth letter, which is either a D, H, or J.

Example (arrow) is a "D"

Fig 2: Identifying Torque Converter Code Letter "D"

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NOTE: If a new torque converter with integrated needle bearing is installed in a transmission with a sleeve bearing in the turbine shaft, the sleeve bearing must be removed.