Torque Converter Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the torque converter splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal

Remove the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Clean the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CLEANING .)
Remove the torque converter, and immediately turn it so that the hole faces upward. This will help to keep any remaining fluid from spilling.
CAUTION:
- Do not damage the oil seal.
- Do not drop the torque converter.
- Clean oil off between the converter housing and torque converter.
- Completely remove ATF with white gasoline or equivalent.
  
  Fig 1: Torque Converter
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Drain any ATF remaining in the torque converter.
Using a flathead screwdriver, position the drive gear on the oil pump component in the center.
Install the torque converter to the transaxle.
CAUTION:
- Do not damage the oil seal.
- Do not drop the torque converter.
- Do not pinch fingers.
  
  Fig 2: Torque Converter
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
To ensure that the torque converter is installed accurately, measure distance A between the end of the torque converter and the end of the converter housing.
Distance A (between the end of the torque converter and the end of the converter housing) 20 mm {0.79 in}

Fig 3: Distance Between End Of Torque Converter And End Of Converter Housing
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the transaxle. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Add ATF. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) LEVEL ADJUSTMENT .)
Adjust the ATF level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) LEVEL ADJUSTMENT .)
Perform the "Mechanical System Test". (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)