High Clutch: Assembly

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Install input clutch piston assembly by turning it slowly.

Fig 1: Installing Input Clutch Piston Assembly
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CAUTION: Apply ATF to inner surface of drum.
Install return springs and cancel force cover on input clutch piston.
Set Tool on cancel force cover and install snap ring while slowly compressing return springs.

Fig 2: Installing Snap Ring
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CAUTION:
- Set Tool directly over return springs.
- Do not expand snap ring excessively.
- Do not align snap ring gap with spring retainer stopper.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Snap Ring And Stopper
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Install drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate.

Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring
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CAUTION: Take care with the order and direction of plates.
Install snap ring.
CAUTION: Do not expand snap ring excessively.
Measure clearance between retaining plate and snap ring. If not within allowable limit, select proper retaining plate.

Fig 5: Measuring Clearance Between Retaining Plate And Snap Ring
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Specified clearance

Standard: 1.8 - 2.2 mm (0.071 - 0.087 in)

Allowable limit: 2.8 mm (0.110 in)

Retaining plate: Refer to " HIGH CLUTCH ".
Check operation of high clutch.

Fig 6: Checking High Clutch Operation
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Install seal rings to input shaft.
CAUTION:
- Apply petroleum jelly to seal rings.
- Always replace when removed.
  
  Fig 7: Installing Seal Rings To Input Shaft
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- Roll paper around seal rings to prevent seal rings from spreading.
  
  Fig 8: Protecting Seal Rings
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