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Low-Intermediate Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

Fig 1: Identifying Low-Intermediate Clutch Components
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  1. Remove the No. 15 rear sun gear thrust bearing and race.
    Fig 2: Removing No. 15 Rear Sun Gear Thrust Bearing And Race
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  2. Remove the No. 15 low-intermediate clutch retainer washer.
    Fig 3: Removing No. 15 Low-Intermediate Clutch Retainer Washer
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  3. CAUTION: Do not fully compress the clutch spring retainer.
    Fig 4: Locating Snap Ring
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  4. Using the special tool, remove the snap ring.
  5. Remove the low-intermediate clutch support and spring assembly.
    Fig 5: Removing Low-Intermediate Clutch Support And Spring Assembly
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  6. Remove the final drive gear No. 16 thrust washer.
    Fig 6: Identifying Final Drive Gear No. 16 Thrust Washer
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  7. WARNING: To prevent injury, wear eye protection when using pressurized air.
    NOTE: The seal is part of the piston and is serviced as an assembly.
    Fig 7: Removing Piston And Seal Assembly
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  8. Using an air nozzle, apply 40 psi of regulated air to the low intermediate apply port to remove the piston and seal assembly.
  9. CAUTION: Use care not to damage any machined surfaces.
    Fig 8: Removing Rear Lube Oil Transfer Tube Seal
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  10. Using the special tools, remove the rear lube oil transfer tube seal.
  11. NOTE: If the bushing is worn or the fluid passage is blocked, a new rear planet support should be installed.
    Fig 9: Identifying Fluid Passage & Inspecting Bushing
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  12. Repair as required.