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Torque Converter Flushing

Fig 1: Material Chart
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NOTE: When the transaxle has been repaired for internal damage the torque converter must be cleaned using a mechanically agitated cleaner.
  1. Using a suitable cleaner and transmission fluid, clean and flush the torque converter.
  2. After flushing, drain the remainder of the transmission fluid.
  3. Add 1.9 liter (2 qt.) of clean transmission fluid to the torque converter and agitate by hand.
  4. Thoroughly drain the torque converter.