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High Clutch: Assembly

  1. Install D-rings on piston.
    • Apply ATF to both parts. 
    Fig 1: Installing D-Rings On Piston
    G01320596Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Install piston assembly by turning it slowly.
    • Apply ATF to inner surface of drum. 
    Fig 2: Installing Piston Assembly
    G01320597Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Install return springs and spring retainer on piston.
    Fig 3: Installing Return Springs And Spring Retainer On Piston
    G01320598Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Set Tool on spring retainer and install snap ring while compressing return springs.
    • Set Tool directly over return springs. 
      Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring By Compressing Return Springs
      G01320599Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Do not align snap ring gap with spring retainer stopper. 
    Fig 5: Locating Snap Ring And Spring Retainer Stopper
    G01320600Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Install drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate.
    • Take care with the order and direction of plates. 
    Fig 6: Installing Snap Ring
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  6. Install snap ring.
  7. Measure clearance between retaining plate and snap ring. If not within allowable limit, select proper retaining plate.

    Specified clearance 

    Standard: 1.8 - 2.2 mm (0.071 - 0.087 in) 

    Allowable limit: 2.8 mm (0.110 in) 

    Retaining plate: Refer to " HIGH CLUTCH  ". 

    Fig 7: Measuring Clearance Between Retaining Plate And Snap Ring
    G01320602Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  8. Check operation of high clutch.

    Refer to "DISASSEMBLY ".

    Fig 8: Applying Compressed Air To Oil Hole
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  9. Install seal rings to input shaft.
    • Apply petroleum jelly to seal rings. 
    • Always replace when removed. 
      Fig 9: Installing Seal Rings To Input Shaft
      G01320604Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Roll paper around seal rings to prevent seal rings from spreading. 
    Fig 10: Identifying Paper Roll Support For Seal Bearing
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