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Old 02-03-2010, 09:20 AM
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jus wonderin if this is normal......my torque converter doesnt lock up until i reach the line right past 130
 
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Originally Posted by dakotas ram
i reach the line right past 130
I'm confused, what line are you referring to?
 
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torque converter?
 
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The torque converter won't lock until the transmission fluid reaches about 100* F IIRC...
 
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Yes, That is normal. That also the same with some transmission that won't shift into overdrive until it reaches operating temp, just like with my truck.
 
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Originally Posted by Oren1500
I'm confused, what line are you referring to?

temperature, im guessing 135-140
 
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