UNDERDRIVE Clutch & No. 3 One-Way Clutch: Reassembly
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- Coat "O" rings with ATF. Install "O" rings on piston. Carefully install underdrive clutch into clutch drum. Install spring plate and return spring to underdrive clutch. Using Spring Compressor (09351-32070) and press, compress return spring. Install snap ring.
- Ensure snap ring end does not align with spring retainer claw. Install plates and discs in reverse order of disassembly ending with disc. Install flange with round end facing inward. Install snap ring.
- Measure underdrive clutch piston stroke. Mount dial indicator so tip rests on underdrive clutch assembly. Apply air pressure to activate piston. See Figure. See UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH PISTON STROKE SPECIFICATIONS table for stroke specifications. If piston stroke is not within specification, replace flange.UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH PISTON STROKE SPECIFICATIONS
Application In. (mm) A-240E & A-241L .058-.074 (1.47-1.89) A-240L, A-243L & A-244E .059-.073 (1.50-1.86) A-244E .048-.061 (1.21-1.55) - For A-241E and A-243L transaxle, flange is available in thicknesses of .091" (2.30 mm), .098" (2.50 mm) and .106" (2.70 mm). For all other transaxles, flange is available in thicknesses of .080" (2.04 mm) and .094" (2.40 mm). Install appropriate flange to obtain correct clearance.
- Install thrust washer on underdrive clutch drum. Install underdrive one-way clutch on underdrive clutch drum. Retainer claw must be facing upward. Check operation of one-way clutch. Hold clutch drum and rotate one-way clutch. One-way clutch should turn freely counterclockwise and lock clockwise.