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Torque Converter Clutch Case: Installation

  1. Check the appearance of each component and clean.
    CAUTION: Make sure each part is free of harmful cuts, damage and other faults.
  2. Force-fit the oil seal to the torque converter clutch case with ST.

    ST 398437700 DRIFT

    Fig 1: Force-Fitting Oil Seal To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G02053186
  3. Install the differential assembly to the case, paying special attention not to damage the inside of the case (particularly, the differential side retainer contact surface).
    Fig 2: Installing Differential Assembly
    G02053187
  4. Install the circlip to the axle shaft, insert the shaft into the differential assembly, and tap it into position with a plastic hammer.
    CAUTION:
    • If no play is felt, check whether the shaft is fully inserted. If shaft insertion is correct, replace the axle shaft.
    • Be sure to use a new circlip.

    Thrust play: 

    1. 0.3 - 0.5 mm (0.012 - 0.020 in)
  5. Wrap vinyl tape around the splined portion of the axle shaft.
    Fig 3: Wrapping Vinyl Tape Around Splined Portion Of Axle Shaft
    G02053188
  6. Install the oil seal and outer race (taper roller bearing) to the differential side retainer. Then screw in the retainer and the O-ring after coating the threads with oil.
    CAUTION:
    • Pay attention not to damage the oil seal lips.
    • Do not confuse the RH and LH oil seals.
    • Keep the O-ring removed from the retainer.
  7. Using ST 499787000, install the left and right side retainers. See ADJUSTMENT  .
  8. Install the seal pipe to the torque converter clutch case.
    CAUTION: Be sure to use a new seal pipe.
    Fig 4: Installing Seal Pipe
    G02053189
  9. Install the rubber seal to the torque converter clutch case.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to lose the rubber seal.
    Fig 5: Installing Rubber Seal
    G02053190
  10. Apply proper amount of liquid gasket to the entire torque converter clutch case mating surface.

    Liquid gasket: 

    1. THREE BOND 1215
    NOTE: Make sure that the rubber seal and seal pipe are fitted in position.
    Fig 6: Applying Liquid Gasket To Torque Converter Clutch Case
    G02053191
  11. Install the torque converter clutch case assembly to the transmission case assembly, and secure with six bolts and four nuts.
    CAUTION: When installing, be careful not to damage the torque converter clutch case bushing and oil seal.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft-lb)
      Fig 7: Installing Torque Converter Clutch Case Assembly To Transmission Case Assembly
      G02053192
  12. Install air breather hose. See INSTALLATION  .
  13. Insert inhibitor switch and transmission connector into stay.
  14. Install the oil cooler pipes. See INSTALLATION  .
  15. Install the oil charger pipe with O-ring. See INSTALLATION  .
  16. Install the pitching stopper bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. 41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.4 ft-lb)
      Fig 8: Installing Pitching Stopper Bracket
      G02053193
  17. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the bushing.

    Normal protrusion A: 

    1. 50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 in)
      Fig 9: Inserting Input Shaft
      G02053194
  18. Install the torque converter clutch assembly. See Torque Converter Clutch Assembly  .
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