Item 8: Direct and Overdrive Clutch Piston Disassembly Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using compressed air, remove the direct clutch piston from the direct clutch drum.
- Apply air pressure to the hole in the drum while blocking the other hole with a finger.
WARNING:
Air pressure must not exceed 138 kPa (20 psi). Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, and make sure the drum is facing down as shown. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.