Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check: Assembly

Insert the special tool into one of the grooves in the stator bearing retainer.

Fig 1: Inserting Special Tool Into One Of Grooves In Stator Bearing Retainer
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Install the special tools into the converter one-way clutch inner race spline.

Fig 2: Installing Special Tools Into Converter One-Way Clutch Inner Race Spline
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Use the special tool to hold the stator bearing retainer while using the special tool to turn the converter one-way clutch inner race spline.
- The torque converter one-way clutch should lock up and hold torque in the counterclockwise direction.
- The torque converter one-way clutch should rotate freely in the clockwise direction.
- Try the clutch for lockup and hold in at least five positions.
- If the converter fails the lockup torque test, install a new or rebuilt torque converter.
Fig 3: Trying Clutch For Lockup And Holding In At Least Five Positions
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