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Torque Converter Leak Check

Fig 1: Special Tool(s)
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  1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
    2. Fig 2: Installing Torque Converter Leak Tester
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  2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
    3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using a press to avoid personal injury.
  3. Position the torque converter with installed special tool into an arbor press. Secure the press. Apply enough force from the press to seal the tool into the torque converter.
    4. Fig 3: Placing Torque Converter In Arbor Press
    G01820337Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.
  4. Using the special tool, apply air pressure to the valve.
    5. Fig 4: Applying Air Pressure
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    WARNING: To prevent injury, wear eye protection when using pressurized air.
  5. With air pressure applied to the valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, seams and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around those areas to aid in diagnosis. If any leaks are present, install a new converter.
    6. Fig 5: Checking For Leaks
    G01820339Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the air hose. Release the pressure and then slowly release the press. Remove the torque converter. Remove the tool.
Fig 6: Removing Torque Converter Leak Tester
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