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Direct Clutch Assembly: Reassembly

  1. If removed, install clutch apply ring on piston. Install new inner and outer seals on piston with lips facing away from clutch apply ring side. Install new center seal on direct clutch housing with lip facing up. Lubricate seals and install piston into housing using care not to damage seals.
    CAUTION: Use care when installing piston into clutch housing. Large snap ring groove in housing could cut outer piston seal.
  2. Install release spring guide with omitted rib over check ball in piston. See Fig 1 . Install retainer and spring assembly, compress springs and install snap ring.
    Fig 1: Installing Direct Clutch Release Spring Guide
    G96D26685Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Oil and install clutch plates into clutch housing. Start with a flat steel and alternate composition and flat steel clutch plates. See DIRECT CLUTCH PLATE USAGE  . Install backing plate, micro-finish down. Install clutch pack retaining snap ring. Ensure composition clutch plates turn freely.
DIRECT CLUTCH PLATE USAGE

Application Steel Composition
All Models 6 6
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