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Forward Clutch Assembly

Special Tool(s):





Material:






Disassembly

NOTE: Soak all friction clutch plates in clean automatic transmission fluid.






1. Remove and discard the 2 seals and remove the No. 7 thrust washer.






2. Remove the No. 8 forward clutch thrust bearing.






3. Remove the snap ring and the forward clutch plates.






4. Using the special tools, remove the snap ring.






5. NOTE: Note the orientation of the return spring.

Remove the forward clutch balance piston and the return spring. Discard the forward clutch balance piston.






6. Remove and discard the forward clutch piston.
7. Clean and inspect all components for damage.

Assembly






1. Lightly lubricate the new pistons and seals with petroleum jelly.
1. Forward clutch balance piston.
2. Forward clutch balance piston return spring.
3. Forward clutch piston.






2. Install the forward clutch piston.






3. Install the forward clutch balance piston return spring and balance piston.






4. Using the special tools, install the snap ring.






5. NOTE: Inspect the forward clutch plates for damage. If any damage is found, install new plates.

Install the forward clutch pack.
1. Cushion spring.
2. Externally splined steel plates.
3. Internally splined friction plates.
4. Forward clutch pressure plate plate






6. Install the forward clutch snap ring.






7. Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the snap ring and the pressure plate in 3 different locations.






8. Install the No. 8 forward clutch thrust bearing, blue side up.






9. Install the No. 7 thrust washer and 2 new seals.