Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
Torque Converter Clutch: Testing and Inspection
One Way Clutch Check
1. Insert Converter Clutch Holding Tool T77L-7902-R in one of the grooves in the stator thrust washer.
2. Install Converter Clutch Torquing Tool T76L-7902-C in the converter pump drive.
3. Use a (A) torque wrench to turn (B) Converter Clutch Torquing Tool T76L-7902-C counterclockwise hold (C) Converter Clutch Torquing Tool
T76L-7902-C.
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The converter should lock up and hold torque.
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The torque converter one-way clutch should rotate freely in the clockwise direction.
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Try the clutch for lockup and hold in at least five positions.
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If the torque converter fails the lockup test torque, replace the torque converter.
