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Reverse Clutch: Disassembly

  1. Remove the reverse clutch snap ring.
    Fig 1: Removing Reverse Clutch Snap Ring
    G03412492Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the reverse clutch pack assembly.
    1. Remove the reverse clutch pressure plate.
    2. Remove the clutch pack.
    3. Remove the reverse clutch dish plates.
      Fig 2: Removing Reverse Clutch Pack Assembly
      G03412493Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the reverse clutch snap ring.
    1. Using the special tool, compress the reverse clutch drum spring.
    2. Remove the snap ring.
      Fig 3: Removing Reverse Clutch Snap Ring
      G03412494Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the reverse clutch spring.
    1. Remove the reverse clutch spring retainer.
    2. Remove the reverse clutch spring.
      Fig 4: Removing Reverse Clutch Spring
      G03412495Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the reverse clutch piston.
    1. Position the reverse clutch drum on the oil pump.
    2. Apply compressed air to the fluid passage.
    3. Remove the piston.
      Fig 5: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston
      G03412496Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Apply compressed air to the check ball openings on the return spring side of the reverse clutch piston. Air should pass through the openings.
    Fig 6: Locating Check Ball (1 Of 2)
    G03412497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Apply compressed air to the check ball openings on the side opposite the return spring on the reverse clutch piston. No air should pass through the openings.
    Fig 7: Locating Check Ball (2 Of 2)
    G03412498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the reverse clutch piston seals.
    Fig 8: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston Seals
    G03412499Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Measure the reverse clutch plate facings. The standard thickness is 1.6 mm (0.063 in). If the facing is less than 1.4 mm (0.055 in), replace all of the reverse clutch plate facings.
    Fig 9: Measuring Reverse Clutch Plate Facings
    G03412500Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Measure the thickness of the reverse clutch dish plates. The plates should measure 3.08 mm (0.121 in). If the plates are out of specification, install a new reverse clutch dish plates.
    Fig 10: Measuring Thickness Of The Reverse Clutch Dish Plates
    G03412501Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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