Intermediate Clutch Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Expedition EL and 2007 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the thrust bearing (T6).

Fig 1: Locating Thrust Bearing (T6)

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Remove the intermediate clutch plate snap ring.

Fig 2: Locating Intermediate Clutch Plate Snap Ring

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Remove the intermediate clutch plates.

Fig 3: Locating Intermediate Clutch Plates

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Using the special tool, remove and discard the intermediate clutch return spring retainer.

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tools & Intermediate Clutch Return Spring Retainer

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Remove the intermediate clutch return spring top plate.

Fig 5: Locating Intermediate Clutch Return Spring Top Plate

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Remove the intermediate clutch return spring.

Fig 6: Locating Intermediate Clutch Return Spring

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Applying a slight amount of air to the port, remove the intermediate clutch piston.

Fig 7: Locating Intermediate Clutch Piston

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Remove and discard the inner and outer intermediate clutch piston O-ring seals.

Fig 8: Inner & Outer Intermediate Clutch Piston O-Ring Seals

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