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Direct Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

  1. Remove the direct one-way clutch assembly.
    1. Remove the direct one-way clutch assembly.
    2. Remove the direct clutch cylinder thrust washer.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Direct Clutch Cylinder Thrust Washer & Direct One-Way Clutch Assembly
    GF0020323Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Disassemble, clean and inspect the direct one-way clutch, inner and outer races.
    3. Fig 2: Direct One-Way Clutch, Inner & Outer Races
    GF0020324Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: The circular depressions on the top of the nylon cage must be visible when installed on the inner race or the transaxle may be incorrectly assembled.
    NOTE: Outer race must rotate clockwise.
  3. Assemble the one-way clutch.
    4. Fig 3: Direct One-Way Clutch, Inner & Outer Races
    GF0020325Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tool, remove the intermediate and direct clutch hub seal.
    5. Fig 4: Removing Intermediate And Direct Clutch Hub Seal Using Special Tool (100-010)
    GF0020326Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Check for wear on inner splines of friction plates. Install new plates if worn.
  5. Remove the intermediate clutch pack.
    1. Remove the snap ring.
    2. Remove the clutch pressure plate.
    3. Remove the clutch pack.
    6. Fig 5: Identifying Intermediate Clutch Pack
    GF0020327Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the special tool to bottom out on the piston.
  6. Using the special tool, compress the clutch spring and remove the snap ring.
    7. Fig 6: Removing Snap Ring Using Special Tool (307-015)
    GF0020328Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the direct clutch return spring.
    8. Fig 7: Direct Clutch Return Spring
    GF0020329Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The seal is part of the piston and is serviced as an assembly. Make sure that the check ball in the piston moves freely.
  8. Remove the piston and seal assembly.
    9. Fig 8: Piston & Seal Assembly
    GF0020330Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Separate the piston and seal assembly from the apply ring.
    10. Fig 9: Apply Ring, Piston & Seal Assembly
    GF0020331Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Using the special tool, remove the inner piston seal.
    11. Fig 10: Removing Inner Piston Seal Using Special Tool (100-010)
    GF0020332Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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