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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 General Information 🢒 General Information 🢒 Torque Converter Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    2. Object Number: 627396 Size: SH
  2. Remove the attaching bolts and the engine-to-transmission brace.
  3. Remove the torque converter cover.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


    Object Number: 627396 Size: SH
  1. Install the torque converter cover.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the cover bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  2. Install the engine-to-transmission brace and attaching bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

  3. Lower the vehicle.