2003 FORD MUSTANG torque

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Torque Converter Flushing
NOTE:
When the transmission has been repaired for internal damage the torque converter must be
cleaned using a mechanically agitated cleaner.
1. Using a suitable torque converter/fluid cooler cleaner, clean and flush the torque converter.
2. After flushing, drain the remainder of the solvent.
3. Add 1.9 liter (2 qt.) of clean transmission fluid to the converter and agitate by hand.
4. Thoroughly drain the solution.
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Item Specification
MERCON® V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT
-5-QM, XT -5-DM MERCON® V Klj . 1 ba
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Torque Converter Leak Check
1. Clean the outside surface of the torque converter.
2. Install the special tool into the converter hub.
3. WARNING: Always follow correct safety procedures while using press. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Install the torque converter with the installed special tool into the arbor press.
Secure the press, apply enough force to seal the tool into the torque converter.
4. NOTE: Use clean dry shop air.
Apply air pressure to the valve on the special tool.
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01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Leak Tester, Torque Converter
307-
421 Klj . 1 ba
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5. With air pressure applied to the valve, inspect for leaks at the converter hub, seams, drain plug
and studs. A soap bubble solution may be applied around these areas to aid in diagnosis. If a
leak is found around the drain plug, install a new drain plug and recheck the torque converter. If
any other leaks are present, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
6. Remove the air hose. Release pressure and then slowly release the press. Remove the torque converter. Remove the special tool. Klj . 2 ba
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Torque Converter Impeller to Pump Stator Interference
Check
1. NOTE: Front pump support may remain in front pump support and gear during this test.
Position the front pump support with the splines up.
2. Mount the torque converter on the front pump support with the splines on the one- way clutch
inner race, engaging the mating splines of the front pump support.
3. Hold the front pump support stationary and rotate the torque converter counterclockwise. zThe torque converter should rotate freely with no signs of scraping.
z If there are signs of scraping, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Torque Converter End Play Check
1. Install the special tool into the torque converter pump drive. zTighten the inner post until the tool is securely locked.
2. Install the special tool on the converter pump drive hub and zero the dial indicator.
3. Lift up on the special tool and note the dial indicator reading. zIf the reading exceeds end play limits, install a new or remanufactured torque converter.
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Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-
002 (TOOL- 4201-C) or
equivalent End Play Gauge, Torque
Converter
307-
071 (T80L-7902- A) or
equivalent Torque Converter End Play Klj . 1 ba
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4. Remove the special tools. New or Rebuilt Torque Converter Used Torque Converter
0.355-
1.04 mm (0.014- 0.041 inch) Max. 0.355-
1.87 mm (0.014- 0.074 inch) Max. Klj . 2 ba
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES
Torque Converter One-
Way Clutch Check
1. Install the special tool in one of the grooves in the stator thrust washer.
2. Install the special tool in the converter pump drive.
3. Use a torque wrench to turn the special tool counterclockwise while holding the special tool stationary.
zThe converter should lock up and hold torque.
z The torque converter one- way clutch should rotate freely in the clockwise direction.
z Try the clutch for lockup and hold in at least five positions.
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Holding Tool, One-
Way Clutch
307- 062 (T76L-7902- C) or
equivalent Holding Tool, Torque
Converter Clutch
307-
067 (T77L-7902- R) or
equivalent Klj . 1 ba
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z
If the torque converter fails the lockup test torque, install a new or remanufactured torque
converter. Klj . 2 ba
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