Question about filling my empty th350. I have done some research and from what I have see you want to put in 3 quarts of fluid, then start the engine and fill the rest of the way while running. Also I have seen that it takes anywhere from 7-10 quarts. I was hoping someone could chime in with there experiance on this. I have no external cooler just a stock th350. Thank you

 

Was the torque converter empty too?

 

Normally I add 1 - 2 quarts to the torque converter if it was replaced prior to install. Then before I start the engine I add 3 quarts to the trans, and once running another 3 quarts as fast as I can pour them in and check the level and keep adding until it registers on the dipstick. Then shift into all gears and reverse and check again at temp. I add more till full and take it for a ride, check and add when I get back.

 

It is a brand new torque converter and it is empty. How will this change how I go about this? Also when you say to shift into all gears, do you lift the rear end so the wheels can actually turn, or just hold the brakes, shift into all gears and back to park?

 

When installing a new converter you should have added some fluid to it prior. You can jack the car and idle in al gears for a minute or so if you like. I just do what I said previously.

 

Ok, the torque converter was put on by the guy who did the tranny for me. I will call him and see if he put any fluid in it. Thanks

 

^^^ Do this. You definitely want to cycle through the gears to get the fluid pumped to all the right places, then top off. With the wheels off the ground, there's no real chance of hurting anything if the fluid is very low. Hint: Be sure to step on the brakes before shifting in and out of gear.