Direct Clutch: Inspection

Check splined grooves on steel plates and drum. Ensure spring free length is 1.20" (30.5 mm). Ensure ball in piston moves freely. Check facing of friction plates. Check clearance between snap ring and retainer plate or snap ring and side plate. Replace components as necessary. See RETAINER PLATE-TO-SNAP RING CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS  table under CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS. Check drive plate thickness. See DRIVE PLATE SPECIFICATIONS  table under CLUTCH SPECIFICATIONS.

Fig 1: Removing Piston & Checking Clutch Assemblies

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