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Item 95: Torque Converter Assembly Note

    CAUTION: Do not damage the fluid pump gear O-ring seal when installing the torque converter.
    CAUTION: Make sure the converter hub is fully engaged in the pump support and gear and rotates freely. Do not damage the hub seal.
    CAUTION: If the torque converter slides out, the hub seal may become damaged.
    Fig 1: Lubricating Converter Hub
    G03182341Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Lubricate the converter hub with clean automatic transmission fluid.
  2. WARNING: The torque converter can fall out if the transmission is tipped. Failure to follow these instructions may cause personal injury.
    Fig 2: Installing Torque Converter
    G03182342Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tools, install the torque converter by pushing and rotating.
  4. Lubricate the torque converter pilot hub with multipurpose grease.
    Fig 3: Lubricating Torque Converter Pilot Hub
    G03182343Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.