Torque Converter Leak Check: Check

Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
Install the special tool into converter hub.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool Into Converter Hub
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WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

Fig 2: Positioning Torque Converter With Installed Special Tool

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Position the torque converter with the installed special tool into an arbor press. Secure press.
Apply enough force from press to seal tool into torque converter.

NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.

Fig 3: Applying Air Pressure To Valve

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Using the special tool, apply air pressure to the valve.
With the special tool installed and air pressure applied to valve, inspect for leaks at converter hub, seams and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around those areas to aid in diagnosis. If leaks are present, install a new converter.

Fig 4: Inspecting For Leaks At Converter Hub, Seams And Studs
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Remove air hose. Release the pressure and then slowly release the press, and the tool. Remove the converter from the press.

Fig 5: Removing Air Hose
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