Direct Clutch Assembly: Disassembly

1. 1.
   
   Remove and discard the 2 scarf cut seals and the roller bearing.

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1. 2.
   
   Remove the T5 thrust bearing.

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1. 3.
   
   Remove the direct clutch snap ring.

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1. 4.
   
   Remove the direct clutch steel and friction plates.

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1. 5.
   
   Install the Clutch Spring Compressors onto the direct clutch assembly.

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1. 6.
   
   Using the Clutch Spring Compressors, compress the direct clutch return spring and remove the direct clutch return spring retainer.

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1. 7.
   
   Remove the balance piston.

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1. 8.
   
   Remove the direct clutch return spring.

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1. 9.
   
   Remove the direct clutch piston.

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1. 10.
   
   Remove and discard the outer O-ring seal from the balance piston.

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1. 11.
   
   Remove and discard the outer and inner O-ring seals from the apply piston.

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1. 12.
   
   Inspect the components of the direct clutch for damage. If damage is indicated, install new components as necessary.