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Transfer Clutch: Disassembly

  1. Remove the snap ring (A), and then remove the pressure plate, drive plate and driven plate.
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  2. Compress the return spring using the ST and a press to remove the snap ring (A) and the transfer clutch piston seal (B).

    Preparation tool: 

    ST: COMPRESSOR SPECIAL TOOL (18762AA001)

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  3. Remove the return spring.
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  4. Remove the transfer clutch piston by blowing compressed air through transfer clutch hole.
    NOTE: Plug the holes through which the compressed air is not blown.
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  5. Remove the ball bearing using ST1, ST2 and a press.

    Preparation tool: 

    ST1: BEARING REMOVER (18767AA010)

    ST2: REMOVER (18723AA000)

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