Reverse Clutch: Assembly

NOTE: Verify correct seal orientation.

Install the reverse clutch piston seals.
- Apply Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON®.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Reverse Clutch Piston Seals
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NOTE: The piston can be rotated to ease installation into the clutch drum.

Install the reverse clutch piston.
1. Apply Motorcraft MERCON® Multi-Purpose (ATF) Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX or equivalent meeting Ford specification MERCON® to the reverse clutch drum.
2. Install the reverse clutch piston.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Reverse Clutch Piston
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Install the reverse clutch spring retainer.
1. Install the reverse clutch spring.
2. Install the retainer.
  
  Fig 3: Installing Retainer
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Install the reverse clutch snap ring.
1. Using the special tool, compress the reverse clutch drum spring.
2. Install the snap ring.
  
  Fig 4: Installing Reverse Clutch Snap Ring
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NOTE: Do not align the clutch dish plates engagement teeth when installing.

Install the reverse clutch pack assembly.
1. Install the reverse clutch dish plates with the outer edges of the dish plates touching each other.
2. Install the clutch pack.
3. Install the reverse clutch pressure plate.
  
  Fig 5: Installing Reverse Clutch Pack Assembly
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Install the reverse clutch snap ring.

Fig 6: Installing Reverse Clutch Snap Ring
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Measure the clearance between the reverse clutch snap ring and the reverse clutch pressure plate. The standard clearance is 0.5 mm (0.020 in) - 0.8 mm (0.031 in). If the clearance is greater than 1.2 mm (0.047 in), select and install the correct pressure plate from the chart below.

Reverse Clutch Pressure Plate Specifications

REVERSE CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE SPECIFICATIONS

Thickness mm (in)	Part Number
6.6 mm (0.260 in)	F3XY-7B066-S
6.8 mm (0.268 in)	F3XY-7B066-T
7.0 mm (0.276 in)	F3XY-7B066-U
7.2 mm (0.283 in)	F3XY-7B066-V
7.4 mm (0.291 in)	F3XY-7B066-W
7.6 mm (0.299 in)	F3XY-7B066-X
7.8 mm (0.307 in)	F3XY-7B066-Y

Fig 7: Measuring Clearance Between Reverse Clutch Snap Ring And Reverse Clutch Pressure Plate

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Check the reverse clutch for operation.
- Apply compressed air to the fluid passage and check for clutch engagement.
  
  Fig 8: Checking Reverse Clutch For Operation
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