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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 .