Intermediate/Overdrive Cylinder Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Using the special tools, compress the overdrive clutch piston return spring.

Fig 1: Compressing Overdrive Clutch Piston Return Spring
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Remove the overdrive clutch piston return spring retainer. Remove the tools.

Fig 2: Removing Overdrive Clutch Piston Return Spring Retainer
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Remove the overdrive clutch piston return spring.

Fig 3: Removing Overdrive Clutch Piston Return Spring
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NOTE: The overdrive piston seals are bonded to the piston. If the seals are damaged, replace the piston assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Overdrive Clutch Piston And Seal Assembly

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Remove the overdrive clutch piston and seal assembly.
Remove the intermediate clutch piston.

Fig 5: Removing Intermediate Clutch Piston
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Using the special tool, remove the intermediate clutch piston inner seal.

Fig 6: Removing Intermediate Clutch Piston Inner Seal
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Using the special tool, remove the intermediate clutch piston outer seal.

Fig 7: Removing Intermediate Clutch Piston Outer Seal
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