Banks Power Chevy_GMC Trucks: Duramax LB7 (Diesel ’01 - 04 6.6L) Powertrain- Banks Billet Torque Converter '01-08 Chevy_GMC Trucks: Duramax Allison Trans - Manual (Page 2)

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1.
Familiarize yourself with the installa-
tion procedure by reading the installation
manual before starting work.
2.
Throughout this manual, the left side
of the vehicle refers to the driver’s side,
and the right side refers to the passen-
ger’s side.
3.
Disconnect the negative (ground)
cable from the battery (or batteries, if
there are two) before beginning work.
4.
Route and tie wires and hoses
a minimum of 6 inches away from
exhaust heat, moving parts and sharp
edges. Clearance of 8 inches or more is
recommended where possible.
5.
During installation, keep your work
area and tools clean to avoid possible
entry of dirt into the drivetrain.
6.
When raising the vehicle, support it
on properly weight-rated safety stands,
ramps or a commercial hoist. Follow
the manufacturer’s safety precautions.
Take care to balance the vehicle to
prevent it from slipping or falling. When
using ramps, be sure the front wheels
are centered squarely on the topsides.
When raising the front of the vehicle,
set the parking brake and block the
rear wheels. When raising the back of
the vehicle, be sure the vehicle is on
level ground and the front wheels are
securely blocked.
Caution! Do not use floor jacks to
support the vehicle while work-
ing under it. Do not support the
vehicle using concrete blocks,
masonry or any other item not
intended specifically for this use.
7.
Installing the Banks Torque Convert-
er requires removal of the transmission
from the vehicle. Heavy tooling such as
a transmission jack and an automotive
hoist or ample-height jack stands are
required. Professional installation by a
properly equipped shop is recommend-
ed. Failure to follow all installation
instructions during Torque Converter
install can result in bodily injury and/or
expensive damage to the transmission
and surrounding components.
8.
The transmission and torque con-
verter must be removed as an assem-
bly to avoid damage to the converter
drive plate, pump bushing and oil seal.
9.
Before installing the Banks Torque
Converter, verify that your transmis-
sion is in good operating condition.
Transmission problems such as harsh
or delayed engagement when shift-
ing into Drive or Reverse, no Drive or
Reverse range, erratic shifting, grating
or scraping noises, or lack of up and/
or downshifting can lead to torque con-
verter damage. If necessary, have your
transmission repaired or overhauled
before installing the converter.
General Installation Practices
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