Reverse Clutch: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Remove the reverse clutch pressure plate retainer snap ring.

Fig 1: Removing Reverse Clutch Pressure Plate Retainer Snap Ring
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the reverse clutch plates.
1. Remove the pressure plate.
2. Remove the friction plate.
3. Remove the steel plate.
  - Remove the inspect for damage or wear.
    
    Fig 2: Removing Reverse Clutch Plates
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

WARNING: Use caution when releasing tool pressure on the clutch piston springs. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Do not compress the reverse clutch return springs completely.

Remove the retaining ring.
- Using the special tool, compress the reverse clutch return springs.
  
  Fig 3: Compressing Reverse Clutch Return Springs
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the reverse clutch return spring assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Reverse Clutch Return Spring Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the reverse clutch piston assembly.

Fig 5: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

WARNING: Air pressure must not exceed 138 kPa (20 psi). Wear safety glasses when using compressed air. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

NOTE: Do not clean the clutch plates in a vapor degreaser or with any other type of detergent solution. Clean all parts thoroughly in a clean automatic transmission fluid and blow dry with moisture-free regulated compressed air.

Clean the friction steel plates with a lint-free cloth.
Inspect the parts for damage and wear:
- Clutch plates
- Piston and seals
- Bushings
- Check ball in drum
- Drum outer surface band contact area
- Piston bore