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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.
GFD31123Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 6.

    Using the Clutch Spring Compressors, compress the direct clutch return spring and remove the direct clutch return spring retainer.
GFD31124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  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.