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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 23327 Clutch Spring Compressor
    • J 35683 First and Reverse Brake Piston Compressor

    Object Number: 164452  Size: SH
  1. Install the J 23327 with a J 35683 and compress the 1st-reverse brake piston return spring until the 1st-reverse brake piston return spring snap ring (2) can be removed.

  2. Object Number: 164457  Size: SH
  3. Remove the 1st-reverse brake piston return spring snap ring (1) from the transaxle case.
  4. Remove the J 23327 and the J 35683 from the transaxle case.

  5. Object Number: 164462  Size: SH
  6. Remove the 1st-reverse brake piston return spring (1) from the transaxle case.
  7. Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

    Important: When using compressed air to remove components, air pressure should not exceed 98 kPa (14 psi).


    Object Number: 164510  Size: SH
  8. Remove the 1st-reverse brake piston (1) from the transaxle case by slowly applying low pressure compressed air into the fluid passage (2).
  9. Remove the 1st-reverse brake assembly. Refer to First Reverse Brake Assembly Replacement .