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Forward Clutch: Disassembly

  1. Remove pressure plate retaining snap ring. Remove pressure plate and clutch pack. Using appropriate spring compressor, compress clutch springs and remove retaining ring. Carefully release pressure on springs.
  2. Remove spring compressor, spring retainer, clutch springs and cushion spring. Install center support on forward clutch cylinder. Apply air pressure to left side (middle-sized) port. Piston will be forced out. See Fig 1 . Remove "O" rings from piston and clutch body. See related components under CLEANING & INSPECTION  .
Fig 1: Removing Forward Clutch Piston
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