Direct Clutch: Assembly

Soak the internal spline clutch plates in clean transmission fluid.
Inspect the direct clutch piston bore surfaces for nicks or scratches. Install a new direct clutch piston if necessary.
Lubricate with clean transmission fluid and install the direct clutch piston.

Fig 1: Locating Direct Clutch Piston
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Install the direct clutch return spring.

Fig 2: Locating Direct Clutch Return Spring
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Install the direct clutch balance piston.

Fig 3: Locating Direct Clutch Balance Piston
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Using the Spring Washer Compressor, install the selective snap ring.

Fig 4: Installing Selective Snap Ring
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Install the direct clutch pressure, friction and steel plates.
1. Install the plates.
2. Install the retaining ring.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Selective Retaining Ring And Plates
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Measure the clutch pack clearance.
1. Install the direct clutch on the transaxle end cover.
2. Install the Dial Indicator Gauge With Holding Fixture on the transaxle end cover and position the Dial Indicator Gauge plunger on the pressure plate.
3. Using a suitable tool, lift up on both sides of the clutch pack and measure and record the clutch pack clearance on the Dial Indicator Gauge in 3 different areas. Average the measurements.
  
  Fig 6: Measuring Clutch Pack Clearance
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Compare the direct clutch pack clearance to the specification (1.0-1.3 mm [0.0393-0.0511 in]). If the clutch pack clearance is not within specification, select and install the correct size retaining ring to obtain the specified clearance.

Part Number	Thickness
-	1.15-1.25 mm (0.0452-0.0492 in)
-	1.35-1.45 mm (0.0531-0.0570 in)
-	1.55-1.65 mm (0.0610-0.0649 in)
-	1.75-1.85 mm (0.0688-0.0728 in)
-	1.95-2.05 mm (0.0767-0.0807 in)
-	2.15-2.25 mm (0.0846-0.0885 in)