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Torque Converter Clutch Assembly: Installation

  1. Install the clip to torque converter clutch.
  2. Install the oil pump shaft to the torque converter clutch, and then check the clip fits securely in its groove.
  3. Insert the input shaft while turning lightly by hand.
    1. Normal protrusion A:  50 - 55 mm (1.97 - 2.17 in)
    Fig 1: Inserting Input Shaft
    G02093156Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Holding the torque converter clutch assembly by hand, carefully install it to the torque converter clutch case. Be careful not to damage the bushing. Also avoid undue contact between the oil pump shaft bushing and stator shaft portion of the oil pump cover.
  5. Rotate the shaft lightly by hand to engage the splines securely.
    1. Dimension A:  -1.3 to -1.1 mm (-0.051 to -0.043 in)
    Fig 2: Rotating Shaft By Hand
    G02093157Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the transmission assembly to vehicle. Refer to INSTALLATION , Automatic Transmission Assembly.