High Clutch: Assembly

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Install D-rings on piston.
- Apply ATF to both parts.
Fig 1: Installing D-Rings On Piston
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Install piston assembly by turning it slowly.
- Apply ATF to inner surface of drum.
Fig 2: Installing Piston Assembly By Turning It Slowly
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Install return springs and spring retainer on piston.

Fig 3: Installing Return Springs And Spring Retainer On Piston
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Set Tool on spring retainer and install snap ring while compressing return springs.
- Set Tool directly over return springs.
  
  Fig 4: Installing Snap Ring While Compressing Return Springs
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- Do not align snap ring gap with spring retainer stopper.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Snap Ring And Stopper
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Install drive plates, driven plates and retaining plate.
- Take care with the order and direction of plates.
Fig 6: Installing Snap Ring
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Install snap ring.
Measure clearance between retaining plate and snap ring. If not within allowable limit, select proper retaining plate.
Specified clearance Standard : 1.8 - 2.2 mm (0.071 - 0.087 in)

Allowable limit : 2.8 mm (0.110 in)

Retaining plate

: Refer to " HIGH CLUTCH - QR25DE MODEL "

:Refer to " HIGH CLUTCH - VQ35DE MODEL "

Fig 7: Measuring Clearance Between Retaining Plate And Snap Ring
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Check operation of high clutch.

Fig 8: Applying Compressed Air To Oil Hole Of Input Shaft With Nylon Cloth
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Install seal rings to input shaft.
- Apply petroleum jelly to seal rings.
- Always replace when removed.
  
  Fig 9: Installing Seal Rings To Input Shaft
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- Roll paper around seal rings to prevent seal rings from spreading.
  
  Fig 10: Protecting Seal Ring With Thick Paper
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