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Tools Required

DT 46411 6 mm T-handle


    Object Number: 1347242  Size: SH
  1. Install a new torque converter O-ring seal (24) on the hub of the torque converter assembly (53).

  2. Object Number: 1203344  Size: SH
  3. Install DT 46411 in one of the 6 mm torque converter to flex-plate mount bolt holes.
  4. Install the second DT 46411 directly across from the first T-handle as shown.
  5. Notice: Do not install the torque converter fluid seal (116) below the flanged section of the torque converter housing or premature failure of the mainshaft front bearing could occur.

  6. Install the torque converter assembly (53) into the torque converter housing (150) making sure not to damage the torque converter seal (116).

  7. Object Number: 1347244  Size: SH
  8. Verify that the torque converter assembly (53) is fully seated into the torque converter housing (150) by performing the following inspection:
  9. • Rotate the torque converter and visually inspect that the starter motor ring gear is below the front surface of the torque converter housing (150).
    • The torque converter should spin free and make no rubbing noise(s).
  10. Secure the torque converter (53) to the torque converter housing (150) using a torque converter housing shipping bracket until ready to install the transaxle assembly.