Coast Clutch Assembly: Disassembly

Remove the retaining ring.

Fig 1: Removing Retaining Ring
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Remove the coast clutch pressure plate and the clutch plates.

Fig 2: Removing Coast Clutch Pressure Plate & Clutch Plates
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Inspect the overdrive one-way clutch for damage to the plastic cage, springs, and rollers. Replace as necessary. Remove the overdrive one-way clutch.

Fig 3: Inspecting Overdrive One-Way Clutch
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Using the special tool, remove the coast clutch return spring.
1. Remove the retaining ring.
2. Remove the return spring.
Fig 4: Removing Coast Clutch Return Spring
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Remove the coast clutch piston and seal assembly.

Fig 5: Removing Coast Clutch Piston & Seal Assembly
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NOTE: If the teeth and/or bushing are damaged, the sun gear will need to be replaced.

Fig 6: Removing Sun Gear

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NOTE: If the coast clutch cylinder shows any signs of damage it will need to be replaced.

Fig 7: Inspecting Coast Clutch Assembly

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Inspect the coast clutch assembly.
1. Inspect the bushing.
2. Inspect the No. 1 thrust washer.
3. Inspect the lube hole.
Inspect the one-way clutch (OWC) inner race.
1. Inspect the coast clutch hub overdrive OWC inner race.
2. Inspect all the sealing surfaces.
3. Inspect the sun gear splines.
Fig 8: Inspecting One-Way Clutch (OWC) Inner Race
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