High Clutch Inspection
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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}
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} |