73. 3RD Clutch Assemble

3rd Clutch Assemble

- Tools Required
- J 21420-2 Plate
- J 23327Spring Compressor
- J 28585 Snap Ring Remover
- J 45124 Adjustable Bridge

Note these items during reassembly:
- Clean all parts thoroughly and dry them with compressed air.

Caution: When you use compressed air in order to clear fluid passages and to dry parts, always aim the air pressure away from face and eyes. Always wear adequate eye protection in order to avoid injury from dirt and debris that may adhere to parts.

- Use compressed air to clear all passages.
- Apply automatic transmission fluid to all O-ring seals before assembly.
- Soak all clutch fiber plates thoroughly in automatic transmission fluid for a minimum of 30 minutes.





1. Install NEW O-ring seals in the 3rd clutch piston (818) as follows:
- Inner groove, install a 41.8 mm x 2.2 mm 3rd clutch piston, inner O-ring seal (820)
- Outer groove, install a 116.7 mm x 2.2 mm 3rd clutch piston, outer, O-ring seal (819)





2. Install the 3rd clutch piston assembly (818) into the 3rd clutch housing (821) by applying hand pressure and rotating the 3rd clutch piston assembly. Ensure proper seating. Do not pinch the O-ring seal by installing the piston with excessive force.





3. Install the 3rd clutch piston return spring (816).
4. Install the 3rd clutch piston return spring, retainer cap (815).
5. Install the 3rd clutch piston, return spring, retainer cap, 42 mm retaining ring (814) on the retainer cap.






Important: Ensure that the J 45124 is adjusted to have full contact with the 3rd clutch piston return spring cap (815).

6. Install the J 45124 on the 3rd clutch spring housing (821).





7. Compress the 3rd clutch piston return spring (816).





8. Install the 3rd clutch piston, return spring, retainer cap, 42 mm retaining ring (814).
9. Remove the tools.