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Forward Clutch: Reassembly

  1. Lubricate and install NEW "O" rings onto clutch piston. Carefully install forward clutch piston into clutch drum. Install piston return spring. Using spring compressor and appropriate press, compress return spring and install snap ring. Ensure end gap of snap ring is not aligned with claw area on spring seat.
  2. Install plates, discs and snap ring in appropriate order. See Figure. Ensure end gap of snap ring is not aligned with cutout portion of forward clutch drum. Install direct clutch hub and snap ring. Recheck forward clutch piston stroke.
  3. If piston stroke is less than specified, check for incorrect reassembly of components. If piston stroke is greater than specified, select a new plate. Plates are available in thicknesses of .071" (1.80 mm) and .079" (2.00 mm). Remove snap ring and direct clutch hub. Install bearing races and thrust bearing into forward clutch drum with flat surface of races facing away from clutch drum.
  4. Rotate and push forward clutch hub to mesh splines of forward clutch hub with flukes of discs. Install forward clutch hub into forward clutch drum. Install direct clutch hub and snap ring. Ensure end gap of snap ring is not aligned with cutout portion of clutch drum.
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