How do I install a Torque Converter on a 4l60e transmission?
Press rease: 02 April, 2022: The General Motors 4l60e automatic transmission is a common transmission found in light and medium duty trucks, passenger vehicles and sports automobiles. Replacing the torque converter in this transmission is simple but it is typical for mechanics to make mistakes when they install it. Incorrect installation leads to immediately failing the fluid pump at the time of starting up and will require the transmission to once again be removed to make repairs. This guide will help you set up the torque converter properly. This set of instructions can be utilized on other transmissions in the "4L" family including the 4L65e.
Place the transmission in its place.
Place the motor on a level surface such as an office floor or a work bench.
Remove the torque converter
Place yourself in front of the bellhousing in order to remove the torque converter that was originally installed. Secure the converter with its sides, primarily at 3 o'clock and 9 at o'clock locations. Retract it towards your body and slowly spin it in a rocking motion , shifting your hands up and down a few inches , as if you were steering a wheel.You may get more information on 4L60E transmission by browsing 4L60E transmission for sale site.
Clean the old fluid out of the torque converter
The torque converter will contain some quarts of fluid. The torque converter should be placed face-up in a bucket or drain pan that is the right dimension. Allow it to sit for about 30 minutes. The fluid will slowly drain.
Examine the input shaft
It is a good idea to examine the shaft for damage now. If there are any damage like chipped or broken splines, repair before installing the converter and transmission back in your vehicle.
To be used, you must fill the torque converter
It doesn't matter if the torque converter is brand new or previously used, it's always recommended to fill it with at minimum 1 quart of fluid before installing it. Set the torque converter on a flat surface to ensure that the input lines face up. The fluid will flow into the device very slowly. You should add as much fluid as you can in order to prevent the fluid from flowing. Inject the maximum amount of fluid you can until it runs out.
Install the torque converter.
The torque converter will slide onto the input shaft 3 times. Each time, it will seat more deeply into the bellhousing.
First, hold the converter vertically, and facing down (bolt holes facing towards the ground) so that the liquid does not leak back out.
The converter should be turned vertically so that the bolt holes are facing you. Keep the torque converter on its two sides between 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock. Then, slide it onto the shaft input and slowly turn it back and forth, just like in Step 2.
Continue pushing down on the torque converter, and then slowly rotate it. After a couple of seconds, the converter's torque will start sliding back , and you'll hear another "clunk". This is where it is most likely that the converter hasn't been properly installed.
Keep gently pressing on the torque converter, and slowly turn until you hear the third "clunk." The converter is now properly set. Continue to push and turn the torque converter until you hear a sound. It is normal, and a method of ensuring it's installed correctly.
Verify the seating position
Measure from the face of the bolt holes to the edge of the bellhousing's outer edge, and the torque converter should be about 1 1/4 inches (or 3 centimeters) inside the cage.
Finalize
Once the torque converter is correctly installed, you can install the transmission back into the vehicle, permitted it is ready for use, or store the transmission for future use.
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