Forward Clutch Assembly: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the sun gear from the forward clutch assembly.
- With a small screwdriver inserted into the sun gear push on the retaining ring in 3 places, while lifting up on the sun gear to remove.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Sun Gear & Retaining Ring
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the forward clutch pack snap ring.

Fig 2: Locating Forward Clutch Pack Snap Ring
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Inspect the forward clutch drum, friction plates and steel plates for damage. No new components are installed at this time. If new components are required, a new forward clutch assembly is required.

Remove the forward clutch plates, steel and friction. Inspect the steel and friction plates for damage. If damage is indicated, a new forward clutch assembly will be required.
- If no damage is indicated the forward clutch can be re-assembled.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Forward Clutch Plates
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.