50. Forward Clutch Disassemble

^ Tools Required
- J 23327 Clutch Spring Compressor
- J 25018-A Clutch Spring Compressor Adapter





1. Remove the direct clutch hub retainer ring (616).
2. Remove the direct clutch hub (615).
3. Remove the direct clutch housing thrust washer (614) (plastic).
4. Remove the forward clutch hub (613).
5. Remove the forward clutch housing thrust washer (612) (bronze). The washer may stick to the housing.
6. Inspect the direct clutch hub (615) for the following:
^ Spline wear
^ Open lubrication holes
^ A damaged clutch surface





7. Remove the forward clutch steel and composite plates (610, 611).
8. Remove the forward clutch apply plate (waved) (609).
9. Inspect the forward clutch plates (609-611) for the following:
^ Burning
^ Scoring
^ Flaking
^ Pitting
^ Wear





10. Use the J 23327 and the J 25018-A in order to compress the forward clutch spring assembly (607).
11. Remove the forward clutch spring retainer ring (608).
12. Remove the tools.
13. Remove the forward clutch spring assembly (607).
14. Inspect the forward clutch spring assembly (607) for collapsed spring coils and distortion.





15. Remove the forward clutch piston (606). The forward clutch piston is reusable if it is not damaged.
16. Inspect the forward clutch piston (606) for cracks.
17. Inspect the forward clutch piston seal for cuts, tears, and nicks.

Important: This seal is reusable. Replace the forward clutch housing if the seal is worn or damaged.

18. Inspect the forward clutch piston intermediate seal assembly (685) for cuts, tears, and nicks.
19. Inspect the forward clutch housing (602) for the following:
^ Wear
^ Open lubrication holes
^ Damaged thrust faces
^ Free operation of checkball (rattles)