Disassemble/assemble planetary gear set 3 - AR27.50-P-0623-03EWM

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TRANSMISSION 725.0

Remove planetary gear set 3 (1) from annulus gear (2).
Unclip thrust bearing (3) from planetary gear set 3 (1).
Check thrust bearing (3) for damage and replace, if necessary.
Unclip thrust bearing (4, 5) from annulus gear (2).
Check thrust bearing (4, 5) for damage and replace, if necessary.

Assembly: Check thrust bearing (4, 5) is in correct installation position (arrow). Thrust bearings (4, 5) must be lined up.
Assemble in the reverse order.

Fig 1: Planetary Gear Set, Annulus Gear & Thrust Bearing
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