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Torque Converter One-Way Clutch Check

Special Tool(s) 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools
G01529237Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Insert the special tool in one of the grooves in the stator bearing retainer.
    Fig 2: Inserting Special Tool (307-067) In One Of Grooves In Stator Bearing Retainer
    G01529238Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tools in the converter one-way clutch inner race spline.
    Fig 3: Installing Special Tools (307-066) In Converter One-Way Clutch Inner Race Spline
    G01529239Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. 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 test torque, install a new or rebuilt torque converter.
      Fig 4: Turning Converter One-Way Clutch Inner Race Spline
      G01529240Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.