Avalon XLS V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1998)
Flex Plate: Testing and Inspection
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH AND DRIVE PLATE
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT ONE-WAY CLUTCH
a. Install Special Service Tool (SST) into the inner race of the one-way clutch.
SST 0935G-32014 (09351-32010)
b. Install SST so that it fits in the notch of the converter hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32020)
c. With the torque converter clutch standing on its side, the clutch locks when turned counterclockwise, and rotates freely and smoothly
clockwise.
If necessary, clean the converter and retest the clutch. Replace the converter if the clutch still fails the test.
2. MEASURE DRIVE PLATE RUNOUT AND INSPECT RING GEAR
a. Set up a dial indicator, and measure the drive plate runout.
b. Check the damage of the ring gear.
Maximum runout: 0.20 mm (0.0079 inch)