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Forward Clutch Assembly: Assembly

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  1. Lightly lubricate the new pistons and seals with petroleum jelly.
    1. Forward clutch balance piston.
    2. Forward clutch balance piston return spring.
    3. Forward clutch piston.
      Fig 1: Identifying Forward Clutch Balance Piston, Return Spring And Clutch Piston
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  2. Install the forward clutch piston.
    Fig 2: Locating Forward Clutch Piston
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  3. Install the forward clutch balance piston return spring and balance piston.
    Fig 3: Locating Forward Clutch Balance Piston
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  4. Using the Clutch Spring Compressor Aligner and Clutch Spring Compressor, install the snap ring.
    Fig 4: Removing\Installing Snap Ring Using Clutch Spring Compressor Aligner And Clutch Spring Compressor
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  5. NOTE: Inspect the forward clutch plates for damage. If any damage is found, install new plates.

    Install the forward clutch pack.

    1. Cushion spring.
    2. Externally splined steel plates.
    3. Internally splined friction plates.
    4. Forward clutch pressure plate.
      Fig 5: Identifying Cushion Spring, Forward Clutch Pressure Plate, Externally Splined Steel Plates And Internally Splined Friction Plates
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  6. Install the forward clutch snap ring.
    Fig 6: Locating Forward Clutch Snap Ring
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  7. Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the snap ring and the pressure plate in 3 different locations.
    Fig 7: Measuring Clearance Between Snap Ring And Pressure Plate
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  8. Install the No. 8 forward clutch thrust bearing, blue side up.
    Fig 8: Locating No. 8 Forward Clutch Thrust Bearing
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  9. Install the No. 7 thrust washer and 2 new seals.
    Fig 9: Locating No. 7 Thrust Washer And Seals
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