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Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator Interference Check

  1. Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid from the torque converter.
    Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
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  2. Install fluid pump support into torque converter. Engage splines of the one-way clutch inner race with the mating splines of the overdrive pump support.
    Fig 2: Mounting Torque Converter On Fluid Pump Support
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  3. While holding the fluid pump support stationary, rotate the torque converter clockwise and counterclockwise. The torque converter should rotate freely with no signs of scraping. If there are signs of scraping, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
  4. Fig 3: Holding Fluid Pump Support Stationary & Rotating Torque Converter Counterclockwise
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