How do you drain a Ford torque converter?

How do you drain a Ford torque converter?

This is done by putting a big breaker bar and socket or very large box end wrench on the pulley nut located at the front end of the crankshaft. Then remove the drain plug and let the converter drain into a drain pan. When it’s empty, retighten to the torque figure specified in the factory shop manual.

How do you drain a c6 torque converter?

Re: draining torque converter c6 trans Put a socket and breaker bar on the crank bolt and rotate the motor around until the converter drain plug is visible through the inspection cover. A 7/16″ socket is required to remove the drain plug. The drain plug will be located between two of the converter nuts.

Where is the drain plug on a C6 transmission?

Whereas the C4’s drain plug is located on the bottom of the transmission’s pan, the drain plug on the C6 is on the side of the pan, and can be located on the driver’s side of the transmission.

What kind of fluid goes in a torque converter?

transmission fluid
Instead of using air, the torque converter uses a liquid medium, which cannot be compressed – oil, otherwise known as transmission fluid.

How do you tell if a torque converter is bad or not?

When the torque converter starts malfunctioning, you may feel shuddering and even slipping in overdrive. You usually notice your car shuddering because it feels like it’s vibrating. Your car will vibrate even when you’re not going very fast. The shuddering makes the car lag and is very noticeable.

What’s the best way to drain a torque converter?

Once locating the Hex opening, use the appropriate sized Hex tool to unscrew the hex until the oil plug is completely removed. Place a bucket or oil pan under the transmission cooling line or T-Converter (depending on the method) with the transmission in the neutral gear. Next, start the engine.

Where is the torque converter in a car?

Usually, the T-Converter can be found between the transmission drain pan and the engine flex plate on the car’s undercarriage. Rotate the T-Converter until you are able to view the hex nut opening.

Is there a way to refill a torque converter?

FYI you can just drain the TC and just refill the pan to the proper amount of fluid and off you go. Here is a link to the video, hope this helps someone in the future. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations.

When do you need an oil change on a torque converter?

If Debris particles are found upon inspection of the transmission oil, then chances are the transmission and T-Converter needs an oil change. By being Pro-active you can extehnd the life of the transmission, instead of procrastinating and incurring expensive repairs.