Forward Clutch Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Pickup, 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2006 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Soak all friction clutch plates in clean automatic transmission fluid.

Remove and discard the 2 seals and remove the No. 7 thrust washer.

Fig 1: Identifying Seals And Thrust Washer
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Remove the No. 8 forward clutch thrust bearing.

Fig 2: Identifying Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing
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Remove the snap ring and the forward clutch plates.

Fig 3: Locating Snap Ring And Forward Clutch Plates
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Using the special tools, remove the snap ring.

Fig 4: Identifying Snap Ring With Special Tools
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NOTE: Note the orientation of the return spring.

Fig 5: Locating Forward Clutch Balance Piston Return Spring

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Remove the forward clutch balance piston and the return spring. Discard the forward clutch balance piston.
Remove and discard the forward clutch piston.

Fig 6: Locating Forward Clutch Piston
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Clean and inspect all components for damage.