TC Remanufacturing HO18 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter

Honda Accord and Acura CL Torque Converter

TC Remanufacturing HO18 is an automatic transmission torque converter built for specific Honda and Acura applications. It features a 10.500-inch converter diameter, lock-up design, medium stall, and a 38 spline pump drive hub for the listed fitments.

Fits 1995-2007 Honda Accord and Fits 1997-1999 Acura CL, with application-specific converter codes including 8C, B7XA, BAYA, MPZA, M7ZA, PFW, and POG. The HO18 also uses a 10.875 bolt circle, 6mm x 1.00 mounting thread size, 8-hole mount ring, 0.945 pilot diameter, 0.670 pilot length, and a 121-tooth ring gear.

Key Features

• Part number HO18 for direct identification
• 10.500-inch torque converter diameter
• Lock-up converter type for listed Honda and Acura transmissions
• Medium stall calibration
• 38 spline pump drive hub
• 22 spline count
• Mount ring with 8 holes and 6mm x 1.0 thread size
• Ring gear included with 121 teeth
• Converter codes: 8C, B7XA, BAYA, MPZA, M7ZA, PFW, POG

Detailed Description

TC Remanufacturing HO18 is an automatic transmission torque converter for Honda Accord and Acura CL applications that require the listed dimensions and code match. Its lock-up design supports efficient coupling in the transmission, while the medium stall specification helps match factory-style drivability for the covered vehicles. The HO18 part number is useful when sourcing a replacement torque converter for 1995-2007 Honda Accord and 1997-1999 Acura CL models.

This part cross-references common application-specific converter codes such as 8C and B7XA for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Shudder or slip related to a worn torque converter clutch
• Delayed or inconsistent engagement from internal converter wear
• Transmission vibration tied to converter imbalance or damage
• Incorrect stall behavior from a mismatched replacement converter
• Fitment problems when the converter code or hub specification does not match

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the converter code, bolt circle, hub type, spline count, pilot dimensions, and ring gear specification before installation. Confirm transmission compatibility against the vehicle’s original application data for Honda Accord and Acura CL models. Inspect the transmission fluid, cooler, and related hard parts during replacement to help protect the new converter from contamination or repeat failure.

Quality Assurance

TC Remanufacturing supplies transmission hard parts with application-specific specifications for accurate replacement selection. HO18 is identified by exact dimensional and code data to support proper matching for the listed vehicles.