Forward Clutch: Disassembly

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INSPECT FORWARD CLUTCH (See INSPECTION )
REMOVE FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring.
  
  Fig 1: Inspecting Forward Clutch
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2. Remove the flange, 5 discs and 5 plates from the input shaft.
INSPECT FORWARD MULTIPLE DISC CLUTCH DISC (See INSPECTION )

Fig 2: Inspecting Forward Multiple Disc Clutch Disc
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REMOVE FORWARD CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Place SST on the spring retainer and compress the return spring with a press.
  SST 09350-32014 (09351-32070)
2. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring
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3. Remove the piston return spring.
INSPECT FORWARD CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY (See INSPECTION )

Fig 4: Removing Piston Return Spring
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REMOVE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Place the forward clutch drum onto the oil pump.
2. Holding the forward clutch piston with your hand, apply compressed air (392 kPa, 4.0kgf/cm² , 57 psi) to the oil pump to remove the forward clutch piston.
  HINT:
  
  When the piston is slanted and cannot be removed, remove it by pushing down the protruding side and applying compressed air again, or using needlenose pliers (with its tips wrapped in tape).
  
  Fig 5: Removing Forward Clutch Piston Sub-Assembly
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3. Using a screwdriver, pry out the 2 O-rings.
REMOVE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY (See INSPECTION )

Fig 6: Prying Out O-Rings
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REMOVE INPUT SHAFT OIL SEAL RING

Fig 7: Removing Input Shaft Oil Seal Ring
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