Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 2284

SECTION 307-01: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Torque Converter
The torque converter transmits and multiplies torque. The torque converter is a four-element device:
impeller assembly
turbine assembly
reactor assembly
clutch and damper assembly
The standard torque converter components operate as follows:
Rotation of the converter housing and impeller set the fluid in motion.
The turbine reacts to the fluid motion from the impeller, transferring rotation to the geartrain
through the input shaft.
The reactor redirects fluid going back into the impeller, allowing for torque multiplication.
The clutch and damper assembly dampens powertrain torsional vibration and provides a direct
mechanical connection for improved efficiency.
Power is transmitted from the torque converter to the planetary gearsets and other components
through the input shaft.
Item Part Number
1 —
2 —
3 —
Description
Converter clutch and damper (part of 7902)
Reactor (part of 7902)
Turbine (part of 7902)
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual