Low-Intermediate Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

1. Remove the No. 15 rear sun gear thrust bearing and race.
   Fig 1: Removing No. 15 Rear Sun Gear Thrust Bearing And Race

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2. Remove the No. 15 low-intermediate clutch retainer washer.
   Fig 2: Removing No. 15 Low-Intermediate Clutch Retainer Washer

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CAUTION: Do not fully compress the clutch spring retainer.
Fig 3: Removing Snap Ring
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3. Using the special tool, remove the snap ring.
4. Remove the low-intermediate clutch support and spring assembly.
   Fig 4: Removing Low-Intermediate Clutch Support And Spring Assembly

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5. Remove the No. 16 final drive gear thrust washer.
   Fig 5: Removing No. 16 Final Drive Gear Thrust Washer

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WARNING: To prevent injury, wear eye protection when using pressurized air.
NOTE: The seal is part of the piston and is serviced as an assembly.
Fig 6: Removing Piston And Seal Assembly Using An Air Nozzle
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6. Using an air nozzle, apply 276 kpa (40 psi) of regulated air to the low intermediate apply port to remove the piston and seal assembly.
CAUTION: Use care not to damage any machined surfaces.
Fig 7: Removing Rear Lube Oil Transfer Tube Seal
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7. Using the special tools, remove the rear lube oil transfer tube seal.
NOTE: If the bushing is worn or the fluid passage is blocked a new rear planet support should be installed.
8. Repair as required.

Fig 8: Inspecting Rear Planet Bushing

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