Automatic Transmission: Clutch: Disassembly

Remove the snap ring, then remove the clutch end plate, clutch discs and plates.

Fig 1: Removing Snap Ring
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Remove the disc spring.
NOTE: Except 2nd clutch.

Fig 2: Identifying Disc Spring And Clutch Drum
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Install the special tools as shown.

Fig 3: Identifying Special Tools
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CAUTION: If either end of the special tool is set over an area of the spring retainer which is unsupported by the return spring, the retainer may be damaged. Be sure the special tool is adjusted to have full contact with the spring retainer.

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool Position
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Compress the return spring.

Fig 5: Compressing Return Spring
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Remove the snap ring. Then remove the special tools, spring retainer and return spring.

Fig 6: Removing Spring Retainer And Return Spring
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Wrap a shop rag around the clutch drum, and apply air pressure to the ATF passage to remove the piston.
Place a finger tip on the other end while applying air pressure.

Fig 7: Removing Piston
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