I've decided to start overhauling the engine on my 82 240D with automatic transmission. Today I removed engine with transmission together as a unit. Now next step is separating transmission. I've removed the 6 bolts that attach to the torque converted from under the engine. However when I try separating the two, the torque converter won't budge from the flex plate. What am I doing wrong? I need some advice. Because I've heard that I must not let the torque converted come off with the engine and must stay with the transmission.

Thanks!

Herb