For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

• | J 8001 Dial Indicator Set

• | J 26900-13 Magnetic Indicator Base

• | J 35138 Torque Converter End Play Checking Tool

1. Position the torque converter (1) on the bench with the flywheel lugs facing down.
2. Install J 26900-13 , J 35138 , and J 8001 onto the torque converter (1).
3. Set the dial indicator to 0.
4. Lift J 35138 and note the dial indicator reading:

• | The torque converter end play should be 0.5 mm (0.020 in) or less

• | If the end play is too high, replace the torque converter (1)

5. Inspect and replace the torque converter (1) for the following conditions:

• | Overheated (torque converter will be blue in color)

• | Leaking at the weld areas

• | A damaged torque converter pilot

• | Evidence of metal particles in the converter, the oil cooler, or the cooler pipes

• | A damaged torque converter stator, a damaged pump, or a damaged turbine

• | A damaged or worn torque converter bushing (2)

• | Contaminated automatic transmission fluid due to engine coolant

6. Inspect the torque converter for stripped bolt hole threads. If found, repair the torque converter.