Overdrive Ring Gear And Center Shaft Assembly: Assembly
- Install the overdrive center shaft.
- Install the wavy retaining ring.
- Install the No. 4 overdrive planet thrust bearing assembly.
- Install the overdrive planet assembly.
- Install the No. 3 overdrive overrunning clutch thrust washer. Make sure that the tab on the backside is locked down in place on the planet assembly.
- Install the retaining ring.
- Install the overdrive OWC outer race with the beveled edge facing up.
- Install the retaining ring; make sure that the ring is fully seated.
- Install the No. 5 overdrive center shaft thrust bearing assembly.
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Assemble the overdrive center shaft assembly into the coast clutch cylinder.
- Install the clutch pack and pressure plate.
- Install the retaining ring; make sure that the ring is fully seated.
- Install the special tool for use during assembly.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the retaining ring is fully seated in the ring gear groove or transmission failure could occur.
NOTE:
The retaining ring is used to hold the center shaft in the ring gear.
NOTE:
Make sure the bearing outer lip faces the rear of the overdrive planet assembly.
CAUTION:
The input shaft and overdrive planet assembly are repaired as mating components.
NOTE:
The planet assemblies are model-dependent. Refer to the parts catalog for correct part.
NOTE:
Lightly lubricate the thrust bearing with petroleum jelly to hold it in place during assembly.
NOTE:
The inner bearing race lip must face upward.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the overdrive OWC or damage to the transmission may occur.
NOTE:
When the overdrive center shaft is correctly assembled, the overdrive center shaft and the ring gear should rotate counterclockwise and lock when rotated clockwise.
NOTE:
The number of plates are model-dependent.
CAUTION:
Not using the special tool can cause damage to the overdrive OWC assembly.