Camry Wagon L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1990)
Torque Converter: Service and Repair
A140E & A140L
INSPECTION OF TORQUE CONVERTER
1. INSERT SST IN END OF TORQUE CONVERTER
a. Insert a turning tool into the inner race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32010)
b. Insert the stopper so that it fits in the notch of the converter hub and outer race of the one-way clutch.
SST 09350-32014 (09351-32020)
2. TEST ONE-WAY CLUTCH
With the torque converter standing on its side, the clutch should lock when turned counterclockwise, and rotate freely and smoothly clockwise.
If necessary, clean the converter and retest the clutch.
Replace the converter if the clutch still fails the test.
CLEAN TORQUE CONVERTER
If the transmission is contaminated, the torque converter and transmission cooler should be thoroughly flushed with ATF.