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How long does it take to remove a torque converter?

How long does it take to remove a torque converter?

The torque converter itself is relatively inexpensive (between $150 and $350, depending on the vehicle), but 5-10 hours of labor is involved since the transmission must be removed in order to replace the torque converter.

How to tell if your Dodge Ram has a bad torque converter?

Before trying to diagnose whether your Ram has a bad torque converter, you’ll want to drive to let the transmission warm up to its normal operating temperature. It takes a bit longer for the transmission to warm up than the engine. Give it a few extra minutes after the engine warms up all the way.

How to remove torque converter from seized engine?

Of course, before separating the engine and tranny you’re supposed to detach the torque converter from the engine before pulling them apart so it stays on the transmission. To do this you unbolt it from the flywheel or flex plate or whatever by rotating the crank and unbolting from the access plate on the bottom of the bell housing.

How do you drain oil from a torque converter?

Since, the transmission oil is drain directly from the T-Converter. Method a. Have an Assistant slowly shift the gears in the transmission through each and every gear and at the same time Fresh transmission oil is continued to be poured into the transmission’s dipstick while the engine is running. Make sure the parking brake is on.

How many feet does a torque converter have?

Loosen and remove the bolts that fasten the torque converter to the fly wheel. The torque converter has three or four “feet” that each has a nut and a bolt to remove plus three or four bolts that tighten directly into the converter.

When did the torque converter go bad on my Dodge Ram?

Discussion in ‘ General Discussion ‘ started by Ram4u, Jan 22, 2016 . I thank my 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 4×4 torque converter has gone bad. Truck sat undriven for 4 years. Recently been doing a few things to put it back on the road and have started driving it again. Transmission has been performing fine until today.

What are the symptoms of a bad torque converter?

Symptoms of a bad torque converter include a vibration, too much RPM on the highway, and slipping. Here are some of the most common bad torque converter symptoms that could happen to your Ram.

Why do you need a locking torque converter?

Nearly all modern automatic transmissions have a locking torque converter. A locking converter has clutches in it that lets the transmission make a physical connection with the engine. This eliminates operating inefficiency when it is at high speed (usually after about 45 miles an hour).

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