High Clutch: Assembly

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Install D-rings on piston.
- Apply ATF to both parts.
  
  Fig 1: Assembly (1 Of 10)
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Install piston assembly by turning it slowly.
- Apply ATF to inner surface of drum.
  
  Fig 2: Assembly (2 Of 10)
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Install return springs and spring retainer on piston.

Fig 3: Assembly (3 Of 10)
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Set Tool on spring retainer and install snap ring while compressing return springs.

Fig 4: Assembly (4 Of 10)
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- Set Tool directly over return springs.
- Do not expand snap ring excessively.
- Do not align snap ring gap with spring retainer stopper.
  
  Fig 5: Assembly (5 Of 10)
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Install drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate.
- Take care with the order and direction of plates.
Install snap ring.
- Do not expand snap ring excessively.
  
  Fig 6: Assembly (6 Of 10)
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Measure clearance between retaining plate and snap ring. If not within allowable limit, select proper retaining plate.
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 ".

Fig 7: Assembly (7 Of 10)
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Check operation of high clutch.

Fig 8: Assembly (8 Of 10)
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Install seal rings to input shaft.
- Apply petroleum jelly to seal rings.
- Always replace when removed.
  
  Fig 9: Assembly (9 Of 10)
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- Roll paper around seal rings to prevent seal rings from spreading.
  
  Fig 10: Assembly (10 Of 10)
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