Clutch D - Disassembly And Adjustments
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Using (special tool #8901A, Pressing Tool) (3) and (special tool #10429, Gauge, Force) (1), place the D-clutch in a suitable arbor press.
- Apply 200 N (45 lbs.) of force to the D-clutch backing plate to compress the wave plate.
- With a suitable feeler gauge (2), measure the gap between the D-clutch backing plate and the D-clutch retainer.
- Refer to clutch clearance table for specs. If clearance is not within specification a thinner or thicker selectable snap ring can be Installed to achieve proper clearance. Refer to CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS .
CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS
| Clutch | Condition | Minimum | Normal | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | NEW | 1.37 mm | 1.515 mm | 1.66 mm |
| 0.054 in | 0.060 in | 0.065 in | ||
| AFTER OPERATION | 1.37 mm | 1.615 mm | 1.86 mm | |
| 0.054 in | 0.064 in | 0.073 in |
CLUTCH D SELECTABLE SNAP RINGS
| 3.0 mm | 0.118 in. |
| 2.8 mm | 0.110 in. |
| 2.6 mm | 0.102 in. |
| 2.4 mm | 0.0944 in. |
| 2.2 mm | 0.0866 in. |
| 2.0 mm | 0.0787 in. |
| 1.8 mm | 0.0708 in. |
| 1.6 mm | 0.0629 in. |
DISASSEMBLY
- Place the D-clutch (3) in a suitable arbor press.
- Using (special tool #8901A, Pressing Tool) (1), to compress the oil baffle (2) enough to clear the locking tabs.
- Rotate the oil baffle (2) slightly until the tabs on the hub (1) are clear of the tabs on the baffle (3).
- Remove the oil baffle (2).
- Remove the belleville spring (1).
- Remove the selective snap ring (1).
- Remove the D-Clutch backing plate (1).
- Remove the D-Clutch frictions and steels (1), paying attention to the orientation.
- Remove the D-Clutch piston (1).
- Remove the D-Clutch carrier seal rings (2).
ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
If clutch discs are being replaced, soak them in 8HP trans fluid before assembly.
- Install D-Clutch carrier seal rings (1).
- Verify the D-Clutch piston seal (2) is in good condition. Replace the D-Clutch if there are any tears or nicks in the seal.
- Coat the seal (2) on the D-Clutch piston with 8HP fluid.
- Install the D-Clutch piston (1) in the housing.
- Install the wave plate (4) into the carrier first.
- Install the frictions and steels (1) into the carrier.
- Install the backing plate (1) last onto the carrier.
- Install the proper selective snap ring (1) onto the D-Clutch carrier.
- Install the belleville spring (1).
- Place the oil baffle (1) onto the hub of the D-clutch carrier.
- Rotate the baffle so the tabs on the hub (1) and the tabs on the baffle (2) line up to the locked position.
- Place the D-clutch (3) in a suitable arbor press.
- Using (special tool #8901A, Pressing Tool) (1), compress the oil baffle (2) enough to clear the lock tabs.
- Release the arbor press.