Intermediate/Overdrive Cylinder Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. 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 Using Special Tool
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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 Using Special Tool
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Using the special tool, remove the intermediate clutch piston outer seal.

Fig 7: Removing Intermediate Clutch Piston Outer Seal Using Special Tool
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