Disassembly

42RE - Automatic Transmission






DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove waved snap-ring and remove pressure plate, clutch plates and clutch discs (Fig. 88).





2. Compress clutch piston spring with Compressor Tool C-3575-A (Fig. 89). Be sure legs of tool are seated squarely on spring retainer before compressing spring.
3. Remove retainer snap-ring and remove compressor tool.
4. Remove spring retainer and clutch spring. Note position of retainer on spring for assembly reference.
5. Remove clutch piston from clutch retainer. Remove piston by rotating it up and out of retainer.
6. Remove seals from clutch retainer piston bore and clutch retainer hub. Discard both seals as they are not reusable.