Forward and Overrun Clutches: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Check operation of forward clutch and overrun clutch.
1. Install bearing retainer on forward clutch drum.
2. Apply compressed air to oil hole of forward clutch drum.
3. Check to see that retaining plate moves to snap ring.
4. If retaining plate does not contact snap ring:
  - D-ring might be damaged.
  - Oil seal might be damaged.
  - Fluid might be leaking past piston check ball.
    
    Fig 1: Applying Compressed Air To Forward & Overrun Clutch Oil Hole
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Remove snap ring for forward clutch.
Remove drive plates, driven plates, retaining plate and dish plate for forward clutch.

Fig 2: Removing Snap Ring For Forward Clutch
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Remove snap ring for overrun clutch.
Remove drive plates, driven plates, retaining plate and dish plate for overrun clutch.

Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring For Overrun Clutch
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Set Tool on spring retainer and remove snap ring from forward clutch drum while compressing return springs.
- Set Tool directly over return springs.
- Do not expand snap ring excessively.
Remove spring retainer and return springs.
- Do not remove return springs from spring retainer.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Snap Ring From Forward Clutch Drum
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Remove forward clutch piston with overrun clutch piston from forward clutch drum by turning it.

Fig 5: Removing Forward Clutch Piston With Overrun Clutch Piston From Forward Clutch Drum
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Remove overrun clutch piston from forward clutch piston by turning it.

Fig 6: Removing Overrun Clutch Piston From Forward Clutch Piston
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Remove D-rings and oil seals from forward clutch piston and overrun clutch piston.

Fig 7: Removing D-Rings & Oil Seals From Forward & Overrun Clutch Piston
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