inspect_torque_converter.pptVIP

Tom Birch, 8/07 Inspect Torque Converter Cutaway View Exploded View TC Rebuilds TC R 2 Visual Inspection Turbine splines Stator Clutch Stator Clutch Failure Stator Clutch Check SCC 2 Pressure Check PC 2 Pressure Check Procedure End Play End Play Internal Interference IF 2 IF 3 Rebuild R 2 R 3 Handle With Care Don’t forget the Flexplate * * The internal parts of a TC, torque converter include the: Impeller Turbine Clutch Plate with damper Stator and one-way clutch Turbine Impeller Clutch Plate Damper Stator One-way Clutch This view shows the converter as a rebuilder sees it. The cover is welded to the impeller to contain the other parts. The stator and one-way clutch float on the stator support; the clutch plate floats on the turbine which floats on the turbine shaft; and the thrust washers keep the internal parts separated. Cover Impeller Clutch Plate Turbine Stator Thrust Spacer Spring Thrust Bearing One school of thought is that the converter should be rebuilt at every transmission rebuild, especially if the transmission is high mileage or very dirty inside. Transmission crud can pack inside of the converter and be nearly impossible to clean out; this crud can return to the rebuilt transmission to cause future problems. A faulty TC must be rebuilt if it is to be reused. These faults include: External damage Faulty one-way clutch Fluid leaks Excess end play/clearance Internal interference Damaged turbine splines Worn clutch lining This hub can possibly be cleaned using fine sandpaper, but if there is any metal scoring, it should be replaced. Other external damage to look for includes damaged drive lugs/studs and starter ring gear. Visually check the hub for stripped or damaged internal splines. The hub is riveted to the turbine, and the internal splines are visible through the converter hub. Turbine Hub Internal splines for input shaft External splines for clutch plate The stator can rotate in a clockwise d