Overdrive (Case Side) Disassembly and Reassembly: Disassembly

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Remove retaining ring (1), brake backing plate (2), brake disc (3) and brake plate (4) in that order. Then remove planetary ring gear, thrust bearing race and thrust bearing.

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Ring, Brake Backing Plate, Brake Disc And Brake Plate
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Remove retaining ring and piston return spring using special tool and hydraulic press (1).
Special Tool

(A): 09926-96510

NOTE: Applying excessive pressure when compressing the piston return spring will deform the spring's plate section.
Do not apply any more pressure than is necessary.

Fig 2: Removing Retaining Ring And Piston Return Spring Using Special Tool And Hydraulic Press
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Apply compressed air (400 - 800 kPa, 4 - 8 kgf/cm² , 57 - 113 psi) to oil hole (1) in O/D case (2) and remove brake piston.

Fig 3: Applying Compressed Air To O/D Case Oil Hole
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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).

Fig 4: Identifying Seal Rings
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