Forward Clutch Assembly: Assembly

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Lightly lubricate the new pistons and seals with petroleum jelly.
- Forward clutch balance piston.
- Forward clutch balance piston return spring.
- Forward clutch piston.

Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Balance Piston Return Spring And Piston

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Install the forward clutch piston.

Fig 2: Locating Forward Clutch Piston

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Install the forward clutch balance piston return spring and balance piston.

Fig 3: Locating Forward Clutch Balance Piston Return Spring

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Using the special tools, install the snap ring.

Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring Using Special Tools

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NOTE: Inspect the forward clutch plates for damage. If any damage is found, install new plates.

Install the forward clutch pack.
- Cushion spring.
- Externally splined steel plates.
- Internally splined friction plates.
- Forward clutch pressure plate.

Fig 5: Identifying Forward Clutch Pack

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Install the forward clutch snap ring.

Fig 6: Locating Snap Ring And Forward Clutch Plates

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Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the snap ring and the pressure plate in 3 different locations.

Fig 7: Identifying Clearance Between Snap Ring And Pressure Plate

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Install the No. 8 forward clutch thrust bearing, blue side up.

Fig 8: Identifying Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing

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Install the No. 7 thrust washer and 2 new seals.

Fig 9: Identifying Seals And Thrust Washer

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