700-R4 Automatic Transmission

Fig. 69, Clutch piston travel check:

1. Check end clearance between the backing plate and first composition plate with a feeler gauge, Fig. 69. The measurement must be taken between the 3rd and 4th clutch plate assembly and the 3rd and 4th clutch backing plate.

Fig. 73, Backing plate selection chart. 1990:

2. Select the proper backing plate to obtain the correct clearance using charts Fig. 73.