38. Center Support Assembly Assemble

^ Tools Required
- J 21363 Intermediate Clutch Inner Seal Protector
- J 23327 Clutch Spring Compressor
- J 38734 Intermediate Spring Compressor Adapter
- J 36850 Assembly Lubricant





1. Install the oil cooler pipe fitting seal (690) into the center support (640).





2. Lubricate the new inner (637) and outer (638) intermediate clutch piston seals and seal pockets in the intermediate clutch piston (636) with DEXRON III transmission fluid.
3. Install the inner (637) and outer (638) intermediate clutch piston seals onto the intermediate clutch piston (636) with the seal lip facing away from the spring pockets.





4. Install the intermediate clutch piston (636) onto the center support (640) using the J 2136a. A fine gauge feeler blade can be used to assist with the piston outer seal installation.
5. Remove the J 21363.





6. Install the intermediate clutch piston spring assembly (635). Align the springs with the pockets in the intermediate clutch piston.
7. Install the intermediate clutch piston spring retainer ring (634) using the J 38734 and the J 23327.
8. Remove the tools.





Notice: Do not overexpand the oil seal as it may become damaged.

9. Install the new direct clutch housing oil seal rings (639) onto the center support (640).
10. Use J 36850 or the equivalent in order to keep the oil seals in place.