Forward Clutch Assembly Disassemble

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Tools Required

J 23327 Clutch Spring Compressor. See Special Tools .
J 25018-A Clutch Spring Compressor Adapter

Remove the direct clutch hub retainer ring (616).

Fig 1: View Of Direct Clutch Hub & Forward Clutch Components
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Remove the direct clutch hub (615).
Remove the direct clutch housing thrust washer (614) (plastic).
Remove the forward clutch hub (613).
Remove the forward clutch housing thrust washer (612) (bronze). The washer may stick to the forward clutch housing assembly (602).
Inspect the direct clutch hub (615) for the following:
- Spline wear
- Open lubrication holes
- A damaged clutch surface
Remove the forward clutch steel and composite plates (610, 611).

Fig 2: Identifying Forward Clutch Steel & Composite Plates Inspection Areas
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Remove the forward clutch (waved) plate (609).
Inspect the forward clutch plates (609-611) for the following:
- Burning
- Scoring
- Flaking
- Pitting
- Wear
Using the J 23327 and the J 25018-A , compress the forward clutch spring assembly (607). See Special Tools .

Fig 3: Locating Inspection Areas On Forward Clutch Spring Assembly
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Remove the forward clutch spring retainer ring (608).
Remove the tools.
Remove the forward clutch spring assembly (607).
Inspect the forward clutch spring assembly (607) for collapsed spring coils and distortion.
Remove the forward clutch piston assembly (606). The forward clutch piston assembly is reusable if it is not damaged.

Fig 4: Inspection Areas On Forward Clutch Piston Assembly
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Inspect the forward clutch piston assembly (606) for cracks.
Inspect the seal on the forward clutch piston assembly (606) for cuts, tears, and nicks.

IMPORTANT: The forward clutch piston intermediate seal assembly (685) is reusable. Replace the forward clutch housing assembly (602) if the seal is worn or damaged.

Inspect the forward clutch piston intermediate seal assembly (685) for cuts, tears, and nicks.
Inspect the forward clutch housing assembly (602) for the following:
- Wear
- Restricted/Clogged oil passages
- Damaged thrust faces
- Free movement of check ball (rattles)