Front Carrier, Input Clutch, Rear Internal Gear: Assembly

Install input clutch component part (dish plate, drive plates, driven plates, and retaining plate) to input clutch drum.

VQ37VHR models

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CAUTION: Check order of plates.

VK56VD models

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CAUTION: Check order of plates.

Install snap ring to input clutch drum using a flat-bladed screwdriver.

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CAUTION:
- Be careful not to scratch input clutch drum and input clutch retaining plate.
- Be careful not to damage snap ring.
Install needle bearing to input clutch assembly.

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CAUTION: Check the direction of needle bearing. Refer to Location of Needle Bearings and Bearing Races .
Install O-ring (1) and seal rings (2) to input clutch assembly.

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Install snap ring (1) to front carrier assembly.

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CAUTION: Be careful not to expand snap ring excessively.
Compress snap ring (1) using flat-bladed screwdrivers (A).

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CAUTION:
- Be careful not to scratch rear internal gear.
- Be careful not to damage snap ring.
Install front carrier assembly and input clutch assembly to rear internal gear.
Install needle bearing (1) to front carrier assembly.

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CAUTION: Check the direction of needle bearing. Refer to Location of Needle Bearings and Bearing Races .