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Forward Clutch








Fig. 1 Plate (internal splines), installing
- only install plates with linings marked as shown
- before installing, soak new plates in ATF for 15 minutes




Fig. 2 Forward clutch, adjusting end play
- check that play (arrow) is between 0.5-0.9 mm (0.020-0.035 in.)
- otherwise, select new pressure plate from table

Thickness (mm) Part No.
6.0 010 323 253 F
6.4 020 323 253 A
6.8 020 323 253 B
7.2 010 323 253 C
7.6 010 323 253 D




Fig. 3 Forward clutch drum, assembling

inner splined plates Outer splined plates Dimension a
3 2 26.2mm
4 3 29.8mm




Fig. 4 Forward clutch assembly, checking operation
- assemble both forward clutch and direct! reverse clutch with thrust washers on oil pump
- blow compressed air into port (arrow)
- piston must compress clutch plates
- piston must release plates when compressed air is removed