Forward Clutch: Reassembly

Install NEW oil seal rings (if necessary). DO NOT over expand seal rings. Install NEW "O" rings on piston and coat with ATF. Using hand pressure, install piston in clutch drum with cup side upward. Use care not to damage "O" rings. Install piston return springs, retainer and snap ring. Compress return springs and retainer using clutch spring compressor. Install snap ring so ring gap does not align with spring retainer claw.
Install plate and disc in reverse order of removal. Install flange with flat side facing inward. Install snap ring. Ensure end gap of snap ring is not aligned with drum cutout. Position dial indicator on piston flange. Measure piston stroke by applying compressed air to oil passage (hole nearest piston) on rear of forward clutch shaft and note dial indicator reading.
Piston stroke for A-244E transaxle should be .044-.058" (1.11-1.47 mm). Piston stroke for all other transaxles should be .056-.071" (1.42-1.81 mm). If piston stroke is not as specified, select appropriate flange to obtain correct piston stroke. Flange is available in thicknesses of .118" (3.00 mm) and .133" (3.37 mm). Coat thrust washer, races and bearings with petroleum jelly and install components. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Forward Clutch