Front Planetary and One-Way Clutch Assembly: Assembly

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NOTE: This step only needs to be carried out if the bearing was removed.

Fig 1: Installing Front One-Way Clutch Into Special Tool

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Install the front one-way clutch into the special tool with the brass end cap facing up.

NOTE: This step only needs to be carried out if the bearing was removed.

Fig 2: Verifying Front One-Way Clutch Is Flush With The Special Tool

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Inspect that the front one-way clutch is flush with the special tool.

NOTE: This step only needs to be carried out if the bearing was removed.

Fig 3: Assembling Special Tools With Front One-Way Clutch Onto Center Shaft

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Assemble the special tools with the front one-way clutch onto the center shaft.

NOTE: This step only needs to be carried out if the bearing was removed.

Fig 4: Pushing Down On Center Shaft To Seat Front One-Way Clutch Into Center Shaft

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Push down on the center shaft to seat the front one-way clutch into the center shaft.

NOTE: This step only needs to be carried out if the bearing was removed.

Fig 5: Inspecting Front One-Way Clutch For Correct Installation And Function

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Inspect the front one-way clutch for correct installation and function. The front one-way clutch tabs should be flush with the center shaft.
Install the center shaft and one-way clutch onto the overdrive ring gear.
1. Install the center shaft and one-way clutch.
2. Install the center shaft retaining ring.
  
  Fig 6: Installing Center Shaft And One-Way Clutch Onto Overdrive Ring Gear
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.