F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L CNG SOHC VIN 9 (1997)
Torque Converter: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
End Play Check
1. Insert End Play Checking Tool T80L-7902-A into the torque converter pump drive.
(1) Position End Play Checking Tool T80L-7902-A.
(2) Tighten the inner post until the tool is securely locked.
2. Attach Dial Indicator With Bracketry TOOL-4201-C to End Play Checking Tool T80L-7902-A.
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Position the dial indicator bottom on the converter pump drive hub and zero the dial.
3. Lift up on End Play Checking Tool T80L-7902-A and note the dial indicator reading.
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If the reading exceeds end play limits, replace the torque converter.
Torque Converter End Play
New or Rebuilt: 0.355-1.04 mm (0.014-0.041 inch) Max.
Used: 0.355-1.87 mm (0.014-0.074 inch) Max.
4. Remove the dial indicator and tool.
Leakage Checks
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.