Forward Clutch Assembly

1. Remove snap ring, backing plate, waved plate, clutch plates and second waved plate.
2. Install clutch spring compressor J-23327, forward clutch adapter J-25018 and forward clutch spring compressor J-25024 or their equivalents.
3. Compress retainer, then remove snap ring, retainer and spring assembly, forward clutch piston and inner and outer piston seals.
4. Inspect forward clutch shaft Teflon seals. Do not remove unless replacing.
5. Inspect retainer and spring assembly for collapsed springs or distorted retainer.
6. Inspect piston for cracks or damage.
7. Inspect forward clutch housing for worn or damaged clutch lugs and damaged snap ring grooves.
8. Inspect forward clutch shaft for restricted oil passages or damaged journals at both ends.
9. Inspect cup plug for damage.
10. Remove cup plug using a No. 3 screw extractor ground to fit.
11. Install cup plug, seating 0.039 inch below shaft.
12. Install inner and outer piston seals. Seal lips face away from clutch apply ring. Lubricate seals with Transjel.
13. Install piston using universal seal installer J-26744 or equivalent while pushing down on piston.
14. Install retainer and spring assembly.
15. Install clutch spring compressor, forward clutch adapter and forward clutch spring compressor, and compress retainer. Do not let retainer catch on snap ring groove.
16. Install snap ring, then remove clutch spring compressor, forward clutch adapter and forward clutch spring compressor.
17. Install second waved steel plate, lubricate clutch plates with transmission fluid, then install clutch plates starting with a composition plate and alternating steels and compositions.
18. Install waved steel plate, backing plate and snap ring. Ensure composition plates rotate freely.
19. Measure distance from snap ring to backing plate as follows:
a. Apply 20 lbs. of pressure against backing plate, compressing clutch. Ensure load is evenly distributed. Excessive pressure will cause an inaccurate reading.






b. Using a feeler gauge, measure distance between snap ring and backing plate. Backing plate travel should be 0.028 - 0.059 inch.
20. Install new Teflon seal rings if necessary. Ensure angles on cut ends are properly aligned. Retain rings with Transjel.