How A Torque Converter Works?
Torque Converter Working Of Torque Converter Easy to understand guide on how an automotive torque converter works, this information pertains to all automatic transmission vehicles. A torque converter acts much like a clutch would in a manual transmission vehicle, connecting and disconnecting the engine from the transmission to allow the engine to run while the vehicle is stopped. Designed as a fluid coupler this unit sits at the front of the transmission and bolts to the rear of the engine using a flex plate. As engine RPM increases transmission fluid is coupled to create a solid barrier which drives the transmission input shaft. Once at cruising speeds, a lock up solenoid is used to activate the internal clutch to reduce slippage and increase mileage. Torque Converter Cut Away A torque converter is subject to the condition of the transmission fluid, if this fluid becomes burnt or dirty it will impair the converter operation. Learn more Automatic Transmission Servic...