Low-Intermediate Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

Fig 1: Identifying Low-Intermediate Clutch Cylinder Assembly

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

1. Remove the No. 15 rear sun gear thrust bearing and race.
   Fig 2: Removing No. 15 Rear Sun Gear Thrust Bearing And Race

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
2. Remove the No. 15 low-intermediate clutch retainer washer.
   Fig 3: Removing No. 15 Low-Intermediate Clutch Retainer Washer

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
CAUTION: Do not fully compress the clutch spring retainer.
Fig 4: Removing Snap Ring
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
3. Using the special tool, remove the snap ring.
4. Remove the low-intermediate clutch support and spring assembly.
   Fig 5: Removing Low-Intermediate Clutch Support And Spring Assembly

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
5. Remove the No. 16 final drive gear thrust washer.
   Fig 6: Removing No. 16 Final Drive Gear Thrust Washer

   Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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 7: Removing Piston And Seal Assembly
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
6. Using an air nozzle, apply 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 8: Removing Rear Lube Oil Transfer Tube Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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.
Fig 9: Identifying Bushing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
8. Repair as required.