How does the transmission and torque converter work?
by Chris Stevenson. The transmission and torque converter work as a unit to transfer engine combustion energy to the rear wheels. The transmission transfers this energy through a series of graduated gears that start with lower gears and end up with higher gear ratios. A separate reverse gear allows for reverse travel.
What causes transmission fluid to leak out of torque converter?
A faulty seal of the torque converter will cause the transmission fluid to leak out of the torque converter, and thus the pressure inside the converter will be lost. Low pressure inside the torque converter will cause slippage, overheating, and other strange symptoms.
How much ATF do you put in the torque converter?
Once installed in the vehicle, put 4–5 quarts of ATF in the fill pipe and start the car. Then fill the transmission to the full mark. The first component in any automatic transmission that gets ATF is the front pump, second is the torque converter.
What to do if your torque converter is slipping?
If you are experiencing a slipping torque converter and you have replaced the transmission fluid and filter and even done a transmission flush to it, it’s time to remove the transmission from the engine and inspect the seals on the axle into the transmission. Here is a video of how to replace the seals inside a transmission.
When do you need an oil change on a torque converter?
If Debris particles are found upon inspection of the transmission oil, then chances are the transmission and T-Converter needs an oil change. By being Pro-active you can extehnd the life of the transmission, instead of procrastinating and incurring expensive repairs.
What happens if you have a bad torque converter?
A misbehaving T-Converter can cause transmission slippage, stalling, strange noises and much more serious damage to the vehicle’s transmission. Over time, debris from disintegrating internal moving parts can contaminate the transmission oil and prevent the T-Converter from working effectively, thereby causing transmission damage.
by Chris Stevenson. The transmission and torque converter work as a unit to transfer engine combustion energy to the rear wheels. The transmission transfers this energy through a series of graduated gears that start with lower gears and end up with higher gear ratios. A separate reverse gear allows for reverse travel.
What’s the best way to drain a torque converter?
Once locating the Hex opening, use the appropriate sized Hex tool to unscrew the hex until the oil plug is completely removed. Place a bucket or oil pan under the transmission cooling line or T-Converter (depending on the method) with the transmission in the neutral gear. Next, start the engine.