Direct Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

Fig 1: Identifying Direct Clutch Cylinder Assembly

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 One-Way Clutch Assembly
Disassemble, clean and inspect the direct one-way clutch, inner and outer races.

Fig 3: Inspecting Direct One-Way Clutch, Inner & Outer Races

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

Assemble the one-way clutch.
Using the special tool remove the intermediate and direct clutch hub seal.

Fig 5: Removing Intermediate & Direct Clutch Hub Seal

CAUTION: Check for wear on inner splines of friction plates. Install new plates if worn.

Fig 6: Removing Intermediate Clutch Pack

Remove the intermediate clutch pack.
1. Remove the snap ring.
2. Remove the clutch pressure plate.
3. Remove the clutch pack.

CAUTION: Do not allow the special tool to bottom out on the piston.

Fig 7: Removing Direct Clutch Return Spring Snap Ring

Using the special tool, compress the clutch spring and remove the snap ring.
Remove the direct clutch return spring.

Fig 8: Removing Direct Clutch Return Spring

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 & Seal Assembly

Remove the piston and seal assembly.
Separate the piston and seal assembly from the apply ring.

Fig 10: Separating Piston & Seal Assembly From Apply Ring
Using the special tool remove the inner piston seal.

Fig 11: Removing Inner Piston Seal