High Clutch: Assembly

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Install input clutch piston assembly by turning it slowly.
CAUTION: Apply ATF to inner surface of drum.

Fig 1: Installing Input Clutch Piston Assembly
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Install return springs and cancel force cover on input clutch piston.

Fig 2: Installing Snap Ring
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Set Tool on cancel force cover and install snap ring while slowly compressing return springs.
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: Aligning Snap Ring Gap With Spring Retainer Stopper
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Install drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate.
CAUTION: Take care with the order and direction of plates.
Install snap ring.
CAUTION: Do not expand snap ring excessively.

Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring
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Measure clearance between retaining plate and snap ring. If not within allowable limit, select proper retaining plate.

Fig 5: Measuring Clearance Between Retaining Plate & 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 Operation Of High Clutch
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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: Rolling Paper Around Seal Rings To Prevent Seal Rings From Spreading
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