Direct Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

Fig 1: Identifying Direct Clutch Cylinder Components

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1. Remove the direct one-way clutch assembly.
   1. Remove the direct one-way clutch assembly.
   2. Remove the direct clutch cylinder thrust washer.
      Fig 2: Removing Direct Clutch Cylinder Thrust Washer

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2. Disassemble, clean and inspect the direct one-way clutch, inner and outer races.
   Fig 3: Inspecting Direct One-Way Clutch

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CAUTION: The circular depressions on the top of the nylon cage must be visible when installed on the inner race or the transaxle may be incorrectly assembled.
NOTE: Outer race must rotate clockwise.
Fig 4: Assembling One-Way Clutch
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3. Assemble the one-way clutch.
4. Using the special tool remove the intermediate and direct clutch hub seal.
   Fig 5: Removing Intermediate And Direct Clutch Hub Seal

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CAUTION: Check for wear on inner splines of friction plates. Install new plates if worn.
5. Remove the intermediate clutch pack.
   1. Remove the snap ring.
   2. Remove the clutch pressure plate.
   3. Remove the clutch pack.
      Fig 6: Removing Intermediate Clutch Pack

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CAUTION: Do not allow the special tool to bottom out on the piston.
Fig 7: Removing Snap Ring
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6. Using the special tool, compress the clutch spring and remove the snap ring.
7. Remove the direct clutch return spring.
   Fig 8: Removing Direct Clutch Return Spring

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NOTE: The seal is part of the piston and is serviced as an assembly. Make sure that the check ball in the piston moves freely.
Fig 9: Removing Piston And Seal Assembly
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8. Remove the piston and seal assembly.
9. Separate the piston and seal assembly from the apply ring.
   Fig 10: Separating Piston And Seal Assembly From Apply Ring

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10. Using the special tool remove the inner piston seal.
    Fig 11: Removing Inner Piston Seal

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