Installation Dimension

If the torque converter is inserted properly, the dimension between the surface of the mounting eyes and the surface of the torque converter housing is at least 23 mm. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Measuring Torque Converter-To-Transmission Housing Dimension

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If the torque converter is not inserted completely, this distance will be approx. 11 mm.

WARNING: In case of an incorrectly inserted torque converter, the coupling plate of the torque converter or the ATF-pump will be destroyed, if the transmission is flanged to the engine.