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Assembly > < Torque Converter End Play Check
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle - Vehicles With: 4F27E - Torque Converter Leak Check Focus 1999 (08/1998-12/2004)
Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies

Special Tool(s)

Torque Converter Leak Check Tool and Gasket

307-421

  1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.

  1. Install the special tool into the converter hub.

  1. WARNING:
    WARNING:Always follow correct safety procedures while using the press. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
    Install the torque converter with the special tool installed into the arbor press.
    • Secure the press. Apply enough force from the press to seal the tool into the torque converter.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Use only clean, dry shop air.
    Using the special tool, apply air pressure.

  1. With air pressure applied to valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, the seams and the studs. A soap bubble solution can be applied around those areas to aid in the diagnosis. If any leaks are present, install a new converter.

  1. Remove the air hose. Release the pressure, and then slowly release the press. Remove the converter. Remove the tool.

Assembly > < Torque Converter End Play Check