Removal & Installation

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Remove the transmission unit from the vehicle. See REMOVAL .
Remove the torque converter from the transmission unit.
- Install lifting handles 307-139.
Fig 1: Removing Torque Converter
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Remove lifting handles 307-139 from the torque converter.
Clean the torque converter and mating faces.

CAUTION: Use extreme care NOT to damage the oil seal with the converter.

CAUTION: Ensure that the converter is fully located.

Install the torque converter.
1. Install lifting handles 307-139.
2. Lubricate the front pump seal.
  - To facilitate location, rotate the converter as it is being fitted and note the engagement of splines and oil pump drive.
    
    Fig 2: Installing Torque Converter
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Check that the three converter fixing boss faces are approximately 8,0 mm proud of the transmission mounting face.
Remove lifting handles 307-139 from the torque converter.
Install the transmission unit; refer to INSTALLATION , noting especially the alignment instructions.