Disassembly

Direct Clutch Cylinder:

DISASSEMBLY






1. Remove direct one-way clutch and No. 7 direct clutch cylinder thrust washer.





2. Disassemble, clean and inspect direct one-way clutch and inner and outer races. Service as required.





3. Assemble one-way clutch. Use petroleum jelly to hold parts together.

CAUTION: Circular depressions on top of nylon cage must be visible when installed on inner race or transaxle may be improperly assembled.

NOTE: Outer race must rotate clockwise.





4. Remove two intermediate and direct clutch hub seals using O-Ring Tool T71P-19703-C. Discard O-ring seals.





5. Remove clutch pressure plate retaining ring, clutch pressure plate and clutch pack assembly.

CAUTION: Check for wear on intersplines of friction plates. If found worn, they must be replaced.

NOTE: Number of plates in clutch pack may vary with application.





6. Compress direct clutch return spring assembly using Clutch Spring Compressor T65L-77515-A. Remove retaining ring with snap ring pliers.

CAUTION: Do not allow clutch spring compressor to bottom out on piston.





7. Remove tool. Remove direct clutch return spring.





8. Remove piston and seal assembly. Make sure check ball in piston moves freely.

NOTE: Seal is part of piston and is serviced only as an assembly.





9. Separate piston and seal assembly from apply ring. Service as required.