Front Clutch
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
SNAP RING REMOVAL
1. Compress the return spring with the special tool.
2. Remove the snap ring.
REASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>A< SNAP RING INSTALLATION
1. Compress the return spring with the special tool.
2. Install the snap ring.
>B< CLUTCH PLATE INSTALLATION
1. Install the clutch plate with their missing tooth portions (A in the illustration) in alignment.
NOTE: This design helps automatic transmission fluid escape and improve the cooling efficiency of the plate and disc.
2. Install the innermost plate with their shear droops directed as shown in the illustration.
>C< SNAP RING SELECTION
1. Check clearance between the snap ring and clutch reaction plate. To check the clearance, hold entire inside diameter of the clutch reaction plate down with 50 N (11 lbs.) force. If clearance is out of standard value, select a snap ring to obtain the standard value.
Standard value: 0.8 - 1.0 mm (0.031 - 0.039 inch)
NOTE: Position the gap of the snap ring approximately 180° away from that of the return spring mounting snap ring.