Reverse Clutch: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the reverse clutch pressure, friction and steel plates.
1. Remove the retaining ring.
2. Remove the plates.
Fig 1: Removing Reverse Clutch Pressure, Friction And Steel Plates
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Using the special tool, remove the reverse clutch piston return spring retainer ring and retainer.

Fig 2: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston Return Spring Retainer Ring And Retainer
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Remove the reverse clutch piston return spring.

Fig 3: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston Return Spring
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Remove the reverse clutch piston assembly.

Fig 4: Removing Reverse Clutch Piston Assembly
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CAUTION: If damage is found to the reverse clutch piston seals, install a new reverse clutch piston.

Fig 5: Inspecting Seal Bore In Drum, Inner And Outer Seals

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Inspect the seal bore in drum, inner and outer seals.