Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
Torque Converter: Testing and Inspection
6HP26 Automatic Transmission
Torque Converter Diagnosis
Prior to torque converter installation, all diagnostic procedures must be followed. This is to prevent the unnecessary installation of good torque
converters. Only after a complete diagnostic evaluation can the decision be made to install a new torque converter.
Begin with the normal diagnostic procedures as follows:
1. Preliminary inspection.
2. Know and understand the customer's concern.
3. Verify the condition - carry out the torque converter operation test.
4. Carry out diagnostic procedures.
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Carry out on-board diagnostics; refer to Diagnostics. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Reading and Clearing
Diagnostic Trouble Codes/6HP26 Automatic Transmission
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Repair all non-transmission related DTC's first.
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Repair all transmission DTC's.
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Rerun on-board diagnostic to Verify repair.
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Carry out Stall Speed Test. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/6HP26
Automatic Transmission/Non-Trouble Code Procedures/Stall Speed Test
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Carry out Diagnostic Routines. Refer to Diagnosis By Symptom. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Symptom Related
Diagnostic Procedures/6HP26 Automatic Transmission/Diagnosis By Symptom
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Use the Diagnosis by Symptom to locate the appropriate routine that best describes the symptom(s). The routine will list all possible
components that may cause or contribute to the symptom. Check each component listed, diagnose and repair as required before changing the
torque converter.
Torque Converter Operation Test
This test verifies that the torque converter clutch control system and the torque converter are operating correctly.
1. Carry out Quick Test with diagnostic tool. Refer to Computers. Check for DTC's.
2. Connect a tachometer to the engine.
3. Bring the engine to normal operating temperature by driving the vehicle at highway speeds for approximately 15 minutes in D6 position.
4. After normal operating temperature is reached, maintain a constant speed of about 80 km/h (50 mph) and tap the brake pedal with the left foot.
5. Engine rpm should increase when the brake pedal is tapped and decrease about 5 seconds after the pedal is released. If this does not occur, see
Torque Converter Operation Concerns. Refer to Diagnosis By Symptom. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Symptom
Related Diagnostic Procedures/6HP26 Automatic Transmission/Diagnosis By Symptom
6. If the vehicle stalls in D6 or at idle with the vehicle at a stop, move the transmission range selector lever to the manual 1 position. If the vehicle
stalls, see Torque Converter Operation Concerns. Refer to Diagnosis By Symptom. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and
Inspection/Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures/6HP26 Automatic Transmission/Diagnosis By Symptom If the vehicle does not stall in D6,
refer to Diagnosis By Symptom. See: Transmission Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures/6HP26
Automatic Transmission/Diagnosis By Symptom
NOTE: The following is a list of common vehicle concerns that have been misdiagnosed as torque converter clutch shudder.
For diagnosis of the following items, refer to Computers.
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Spark plugs - check for cracks, high resistance or broken insulators
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Plug wires
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Fuel injector - filter may be plugged
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Fuel contamination - engine driveability concerns
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EGR valve - valve may let in too much exhaust gas and cause engine to run lean
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Vacuum leak - engine will not get correct air/fuel mixture
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MAP/MAF sensor - incorrect air/fuel mixture
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H02S sensor - too rich/lean air/fuel mixture
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Fuel pressure - may be too low
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Engine mounts - loose/damaged mounts can cause vibration concerns
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Axle joints - check for vibration
