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Forward Clutch: Disassembly

  1. Remove the forward clutch pressure, friction and steel plates.
    1. Remove the retaining ring.
    2. Remove the plates.
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Ring And Plates
    GF0039842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the Spring Washer Compressor, install the forward clutch assembly in a suitable press.
  4. Fig 2: Identifying Spring Washer Compressor
    GF0039843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using the Spring Washer Compressor, remove the forward clutch balance piston snap ring.
  6. Fig 3: Identifying Spring Washer Compressor
    GF0039844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: If damage to the forward clutch balance piston seals is found, install a new balance piston.
  7. Remove and inspect the forward clutch balance piston.
  8. Fig 4: Locating Clutch Balance Piston
    GF0039845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the forward piston return spring.
  10. Fig 5: Locating Piston Return Spring
    GF0039846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: If damage is found to the forward clutch piston seals, install a new forward clutch piston.
  11. Remove the forward clutch piston assembly.
  12. Fig 6: Locating Clutch Piston Assembly
    GF0039847Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.