filling torque converter
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filling torque converter
I replaced the rear main seal on my '89 4runner with the 22re and unfortunately the auto, i was wondering how to fill the torque converter, it lost alot of fluid when i removed the tranny. if i just fill the tranny through the stick will it also fill the torque converter? there is a hole on the tranny input with fluid dripping, but i just want to be sure.
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It is best to fill the converter when off but filling through the dipstick will fill the converter. Do it while it is running so that the pump is running.
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Typically, you would fill the converter with fluid before you install it. If you don't, it's not such a big deal but takes more time later and may be a little more difficult to purge air from it.
Like Flash319 said, filling through the dipstick will fill the converter- ATF is heavier than air so when you add ATF it will be slung outwards (centrepetal force) and cause air to move inwards.
It may take a while so don't get discouraged.
But don't think it will be fixed the first time you do it. Check the fluid level several times... even over a few weeks of driving.
Like Flash319 said, filling through the dipstick will fill the converter- ATF is heavier than air so when you add ATF it will be slung outwards (centrepetal force) and cause air to move inwards.
It may take a while so don't get discouraged.
But don't think it will be fixed the first time you do it. Check the fluid level several times... even over a few weeks of driving.
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