Direct Clutch Cylinder: Assembly

NOTE: The lip on the seal must face toward the bottom of the clutch cylinder.

Fig 1: Installing Inner Piston Seal

NOTE: Make sure that the check ball is in place on the clutch piston. Lightly coat all the seals with petroleum jelly prior to installation.

Fig 2: Installing Direct Clutch Piston & Seal Assembly

Using the special tool, install the direct clutch piston and seal assembly making sure that it is fully seated.
Install the apply ring. Make sure that it is fully seated on the clutch piston.

Fig 3: Installing Apply Ring

NOTE: The notch on the direct clutch return spring must line up with the check ball on the direct clutch piston.

Fig 4: Installing Direct Clutch Return Spring

CAUTION: Do not allow the special tool to bottom out on the piston.

Fig 5: Installing Clutch Spring Snap Ring

CAUTION: Check for wear on the inner splines of the friction plates. Install new plates if worn.

NOTE: The clutch pressure plate must be installed with the chamfer edge facing up.

Fig 6: Installing Intermediate Clutch Pack

Install the intermediate clutch pack.
1. Install the intermediate clutch pack.
2. Install the clutch pressure plate.
3. Install the snap ring.
Using the special tool, measure the clearance between the retaining ring and the clutch cylinder lip.

Fig 7: Measuring Retaining Ring & Clutch Cylinder Lip Clearance
If the clearance is not within specification, selective retaining rings are available. See Fig 8. Check the clearance after installing the correct selective retaining ring.

Fig 8: Selective Retaining Ring Specifications Table