Disassembly Part 1

For Disassembly procedures refer to Figures 62 through 141.

NOTE: Tag all clutch pack assemblies, as they are removed, for reassembly identification.

CAUTION: Do not intermix clutch discs or plates as the unit might then fail.

1. Remove input and output speed sensors.

Fig. 62:

2. Remove transaxle solenoid pack (Fig. 62).

NOTE: To ease removal of the valve body, turn the manual valve fully clockwise.

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CAUTION: Do not handle the valve body from the manual valve. Damage could result.

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NOTE: Dependent on engine application, some accumulators will have two springs and others will have one spring. The springs are color coded according to application and year. When disassembling, mark accumulator spring location to ease assembly.

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Measure the input shaft end play with the transaxle in the vertical position. This will ensure that the measurement will be accurate.
Measuring input shaft end play before disassembly will usually indicate when a #4 thrust plate change is required. The #4 thrust plate is located behind the overdrive clutch hub.

Fig. 77:

Attach a dial indicator to transaxle bell housing with its plunger seated against end of input shaft (Fig. 77).
Move input shaft in and out to obtain end play reading. End play specifications are 0.13 to 0.64 mm (0.005 to 0.025 inch).
Record indicator reading for reference when reassembling the transaxle.

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CAUTION: Be sure input speed sensor is removed before removing oil pump.