Forward & Direct Clutch

1. Position forward clutch on bench with input shaft upwards.

Fig. 64, Ensuring forward clutch housing is properly installed to direct clutch housing:

2. Install direct clutch assembly over input shaft onto forward clutch housing. When forward clutch is seated on 1986 models, there should be a distance of 1 7/32 inch (31 mm) from tang end of the direct clutch housing to end of forward clutch drum, Fig. 64. On 1987-90 models, this distance should be 1 13/32 inch (35.8 mm).
3. Check input shaft to input internal gear thrust washer for wear or damage. Install input shaft to input shaft internal gear thrust washer with rounded side against input shaft. Retain washer with petroleum jelly.
4. Install direct and forward clutch assemblies. The unit will install easier by rotating unit without pushing down.

Fig. 65, Ensuring direct & forward clutch assemblies are properly installed:

5. When correctly installed, the case face to direct clutch housing measurement will be 1 11/16 inch (42 mm), Fig. 65.