Torque Converter Flushing

Material 

Fig 1: Inspecting Torque Converter Studs For Damage

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Mineral spirits used to clean the torque converter must be fresh, non-chlorinated and non-halogenated. Do not use water-based solvents or damage to the transaxle or torque converter can occur. If local ordinances state that water-based solvent must be used, use clean automatic transmission fluid as recommended for this transaxle.
1. Partially fill the torque converter using clean automatic transmission fluid.
2. Hand agitate the converter, then thoroughly drain the fluid.
3. Repeat this procedure until the converter is clean.
4. After flushing, drain the remainder of the solvent.
5. Add 1.9 liters (2 quarts) of clean automatic transmission fluid and agitate by hand.
6. Thoroughly drain the converter.
7. Refill the torque converter with clean automatic transmission fluid and install into transaxle.