1ST & Reverse Brake Piston: Reassembly
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- Install NEW "O" rings on piston and coat with ATF. Install piston in transaxle case with spring seats facing upward. Install piston return spring assembly and snap ring in place. See Fig 1.
- Using clutch spring compressor, compress piston return springs. Avoid bending spring retainer or damaging transaxle case by overtightening compressor. Push snap ring into place with fingers.
- Ensure snap ring is fully seated and centered by spring retainer lugs. Ensure snap ring end gap is not aligned with cutouts. Remove spring compressor.