3-5 Reverse Clutch Piston Removal

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Fig 1: View Of 3-5 Reverse Clutch Piston & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Install the 1-2-3-4 and 3-5 reverse clutch housing assembly onto the torque converter (with fluid pump) housing assembly. Apply hand pressure on the 1-2-3-4 clutch piston housing while applying compressed air to the apply passage in order to unseat the 3-5 reverse clutch piston.
1	1-2-3-4 Clutch Piston Housing Retaining Ring NOTE: Refer to Retaining Ring Reuse Notice . Special Tool: DT 47867 Adjustable Clutch Spring Compressor. See Special Tools .
2	1-2-3-4 Clutch Piston Housing
3	3-5 Reverse Clutch Spring
4	3-5 Reverse Clutch Piston Tip: It may be necessary to turn the housing assembly upside down and carefully tap the housing against a flat surface in order to release the piston.