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High Clutch Inspection

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  1. Install the reverse and high clutch drum to the oil pump.
    WARNING:
    • Using compressed air can cause dirt and other particles to fly out, causing injury to the eyes. Wear protective eye wear whenever using compressed air.
    CAUTION:
    • Applying compressed air to the assembled clutch pack for more than 3 s at a time will damage the seal.
    • Do not apply compressed air for more than the aforementioned time when testing the system.
  2. Apply compressed air to the part indicated in the figure and inspect the high clutch operation.
    • If there is any malfunction, inspect the seal rings.

    Air pressure 

    390 kPa {4.0 kgf/cm 2  , 57 psi} max. 

    Fig 1: Identifying High Clutch Fluid Passage
    G04331411Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Measure the clearance between the retaining plate and the snap ring.
    • If the clearance is not within the specification, adjust the clearance by installing the correct retaining plate.

    Specification 

    1.2-1.4 mm {0.0473-0.0551 in} 

    Fig 2: Measuring Clearance Between Retaining Plate And Snap Ring
    G04331412Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Retaining plate sizes 

mm {in}
4.6 (0.181} 4.7 (0.185} 4.8 (0.191}
4.9 (0.193} 5.0 (0.197} 5.1 {0.201}
5.2 (0.205} 5.3 {0.209} 5.4 (0.213}