1996 Honda Accord Torque converter

1996 HONDA ACCORD
237,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ZEMORZEMOR
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Hello
What are the signs of a bad torque converter ?

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Feb 23, 2014 at 6:39 PM
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Higher than normal engine speed or possibly a vibration.
Feb 23, 2014 at 7:53 PM
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can a bad torque converter make grinding sound for two second after releasing the brake pedal the car is in gear and front end is jacked up
Feb 23, 2014 at 7:58 PM
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No. The only thing that could make noise related to a torque converter is if the hub is chewed up and grinding on the bushing in the transmission's front pump. That won't go on for long before transmission fluid starts leaking badly. A cracked hub will usually cause a vibration too but that would be felt at higher speeds.
Feb 23, 2014 at 9:24 PM
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