2-3-4-6-8 Clutch Backing Plate Retaining Ring Measurement (8L45)
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Special Tools
- DT-50900 Clutch Travel Support Fixture
- DT-50902 Adjustable Clutch Spring Compressor
- DT-50903 Clutch Travel Load Gauge
- DT-50905 Clutch Air Travel Adapter
- GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set
Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools
- 2-3-4-6-8 and 4-5-6-7-8-Reverse Clutch - Assemble - 2-3-4-6-8 and 4-5-6-7-8 Reverse Clutch Assemble (8L45)
Assemble the tools as shown and clamp the DT-50900 Clutch Travel Support Fixture (1) to the bench.
- Apply 50 pounds of pressure to the DT-50903 Clutch Travel Load Gauge (2) by turning the screw on the DT-50900 Clutch Travel Support Fixture (1) clockwise.
- Zero out the GE-8001 Dial Indicator Set (4).
- Remove the pressure on the DT-50903 Clutch Travel Load Gauge (2) by turning the screw on the DT-50900 Clutch Travel Support Fixture (1) one full turn counterclockwise.
- Apply 345 kPa (50 psi) of compressed air to the indicated hole on the DT-50905 Clutch Air Travel Adapter (3) and simultaneously adjust the screw on the DT-50900 Clutch Travel Support Fixture (1) to apply 50 pounds of pressure to the DT-50903 Clutch Travel Load Gauge (2).
- Observe the dial indicator measurement. Refer to Clutch Backing Plate Retaining Ring Specifications (8L45) to determine the correct 2-3-4-6-8 Clutch Backing Plate Retaining Ring (5).
CAUTION:
Regulate the air pressure to 345 kPa (50 psi) maximum. High pressure could cause the piston to over travel and damage the piston seals.