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36. Center Support Assembly Disassemble

^ Tools Required
- J 23327 Clutch Spring Compressor
- J 38734 Intermediate Spring Compressor Adapter





1. Remove the oil cooler pipe fitting seal (690) from the center support (640).
2. Inspect the center support (640) for damage.





3. Compress the intermediate clutch spring assembly (635) using the J 23327 and the J 38734.
4. Remove the intermediate clutch spring retainer ring (634).
5. Remove the J 23327 and the J 38734.
6. Remove the intermediate clutch spring assembly (635).
7. Inspect the intermediate clutch spring assembly (635) for collapsed coils and distortion.





8. Remove the intermediate clutch piston (636). Apply shop air to the center support bolt hole to aid in piston removal.





9. Remove the inner (637) and outer (638) seals from the intermediate clutch piston (636).
10. Inspect the intermediate clutch piston (636) for cracks and damage.





11. Remove the direct clutch housing oil seal rings (639) from the center support hub.

Important: Do not disassemble the roller clutch race from the center support (640). If a new center support (640) is required, the support will come with a roller clutch race already installed.

12. Inspect the center support intermediate clutch orifice (530) to be open approximately 0.51 mm (0.020 inch).
13. Inspect for damage to the oil seal ring pockets.