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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 43764 Torque Converter End Play Gauge
    • J 5959 Dial Indicator Clamp and Adjuster
    • J 7872 Magnetic Base Dial Indicator

    Object Number: 1660835  Size: SH
  1. Position the torque converter (3) on the work table so that the pump hub is facing up.
  2. Install J 43764  (2) into the torque converter hub.
  3. Hold J 43764  (2) in the converter hub and rotate the center screw until J 43764 is locked into the converter hub. Do not over tighten J 43764 .
  4. Assemble the following tools and install the tools onto the torque converter as shown:
  5. • J 5959  (1)
    • Extension rod (7)
    • Clamp (6)
    • J 7872  (4)
    • Adaptor rod (5)
  6. Adjust the clamp (6) so that the dial indicator (1) firmly contacts the top of J 43764  (2).
  7. Set the J 5959  (1) to read zero.
  8. Lift J 43764  (2) upward as far as possible.
  9. Read the J 5959  (1) to determine torque converter end play.
  10. Compare the measured end play with the torque converter end play specifications. Refer to End Play Specifications .
  11. If the measured torque converter end play exceeds the value listed, replace the torque converter.
  12. Remove the J tools from the converter housing.