Overdrive (Case Side) Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly

Measure clearance between retaining ring (1) and brake backing plate (2) with thickness gauge. If it is not within standard range, replace brake disc or brake plate.
Standard clearance between retaining ring and brake backing plate

0.40 - 1.38 mm (0.016 - 0.054 in.)

Fig 1: Checking Clearance Between Retaining Ring And Brake Backing Plate
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Remove retaining ring (1), brake backing plate (2), brake disc (3), brake plate (4), cushion brake plate (5) in that order. Then remove planetary ring gear, thrust bearing race and thrust rear bearing.

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Ring, Brake Backing Plate, Brake Disc, Brake Plate And Cushion Brake Plate
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Remove retaining ring (1), retainer (2) and piston return spring (3).

Fig 3: Removing Retaining Ring, Retainer And Piston Return Spring
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Blow air into fluid hole in O/D case (2) and remove brake piston (1).

Fig 4: Removing Brake Piston
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Remove brake piston inner ring and brake piston outer ring from brake piston.
Unsnap seal ring (1).
Remove 2 seal rings (1).
NOTE: Be careful not to open seal ring more than necessary.

Fig 5: Removing Seal Rings

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