Torque Converter: Inspection

A visual inspection of torque converter may reveal converter is Blue from overheating. If torque converter has been removed from vehicle, stator roller clutch can be checked by inserting a finger into splined inner race of roller clutch and attempting to rotate race in both directions. Inner race should rotate freely clockwise, but should not rotate or should be difficult to rotate counterclockwise.

Torque converter must be replaced for any of the following reasons:

• Damage To Pump Assembly
• Metal Particles Present In Oil
• Leaks In Hub Weld Area
• Hub Scored Or Damaged
• Stator Failure
• Torque Converter Imbalance
• Engine Coolant Contamination
• Excessive End Play