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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

J 43074 Forward Clutch Piston Spring Compressor

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.


    Object Number: 801880  Size: SH
  1. Remove the forward clutch backing plate retainer ring (451).
  2. Remove the forward clutch backing plate (450).
  3. Remove the forward clutch plates (448, 449). Refer to Clutch Plate Selection Specifications.
  4. Remove the forward apply plate (447).

  5. Object Number: 801881  Size: SH
  6. Remove the coast clutch housing (446).
  7. Remove the coast backing plate (445).
  8. Remove the coast clutch plates (443, 444). Refer to Clutch Plate Selection Specifications.
  9. Remove the caost apply plate (442).
  10. Remove the coast clutch spacer plate (441).

  11. Object Number: 801882  Size: SH
  12. Use the J 43074 spring compressor to compress the forward and coast clutch spring (439).
  13. Remove the retainer ring (440).
  14. Remove J 43074 spring compressor .
  15. Remove the clutch spring (439).

  16. Object Number: 801884  Size: SH

    Note: It may be necessary to apply air pressure to remove the piston.

  17. Remove the coast clutch piston (438).
  18. Remove the forward clutch piston (436).

  19. Object Number: 801886  Size: SH
  20. Remove the input shaft fluid seal (431).
  21. Remove the input shaft fluid seals (432).