Torque Converter Contamination Inspection: Material
MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-10-QLV |
MERCON® LV |
- A new or remanufactured torque converter must be installed if one or more of the following statements is true:
- A torque converter malfunction has been determined based on complete diagnostic procedures.
- The torque converter stud or studs, impeller hub or bushing are damaged.
- The torque converter exhibits external discoloration (due to overheating).
- There is evidence of transmission assembly or fluid contamination due to the following transmission or converter failure modes.
- Major metallic failure
- Multiple clutch plates or band failures
- Sufficient component wear which results in metallic contamination
- Water or antifreeze contamination
- If none of the above conditions are present, continue with the following fluid inspection.
- Pour a small amount of transmission fluid from the torque converter onto an absorbent white tissue or through a paper filter.
- Examine the fluid for contaminants, color and smell. The fluid must be free of contaminants, red in color and not have a burnt smell.
- If the fluid passed inspection:
- drain the remaining fluid from the torque converter.
- using only the recommended transmission fluid, add 1.9L (2 qt) of clean fluid into the converter and agitate by hand.
- thoroughly drain the fluid.
NOTE:
Do not use water-based cleaners or mineral spirits to clean or flush the torque converter or transmission damage will occur.