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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988MONTE CARLO V6-262 4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAUL200-R4 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONSUBASSEMBLY SERVICE & TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLETORQUE CONVERTER ASSEMBLY
1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-262 4.3L
Torque Converter Assembly
1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-262 4.3LSECTION Torque Converter Assembly
1. The torque converter must be replaced if any of the following conditions are found:
a. Damage to the pump assembly.
b. Metal particles found after flushing the cooler and cooler lines.
c. External leaks in the hub weld area.
d. Converter pilot broken, damaged or poor fit into crankshaft.
e. Converter hub scored or damaged.
f. Internal damage to stator.
g. Contamination from engine coolant.
h. Excess endplay.
2. Check torque converter endplay as described in "Description, Diagnosis & Testing."
3. It is not necessary to replace the converter if the following conditions exist:
a. Fluid has an odor or discoloration, but no evidence of metal or clutch plate material, drain the fluid, replace the oil filter and gasket, then refill with specified fluid. Flushing of the converter is not recommended.
b. The converter bolt holes are damaged.
4. Install the torque converter, then the converter holding strap J-21366 or equivalent.
a. Damage to the pump assembly.
b. Metal particles found after flushing the cooler and cooler lines.
c. External leaks in the hub weld area.
d. Converter pilot broken, damaged or poor fit into crankshaft.
e. Converter hub scored or damaged.
f. Internal damage to stator.
g. Contamination from engine coolant.
h. Excess endplay.
2. Check torque converter endplay as described in "Description, Diagnosis & Testing."
3. It is not necessary to replace the converter if the following conditions exist:
a. Fluid has an odor or discoloration, but no evidence of metal or clutch plate material, drain the fluid, replace the oil filter and gasket, then refill with specified fluid. Flushing of the converter is not recommended.
b. The converter bolt holes are damaged.
4. Install the torque converter, then the converter holding strap J-21366 or equivalent.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.