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Assembly Procedure

Assembly procedure
1. Measure the spring free length.

Primary control valve body spring (standard)





^ If not as specified, replace the springs.
2. Install the solenoid reducing valve, solenoid reducing valve spring and retainer.





3. Install the low and reverse shift valve, low and reverse shift valve spring and retainer.





4. Install the manual valve.
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