TORQUE CONVERTER
Drive Clutch
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Drive Clutch Disassembly, Continued:
7. Remove the spacer (16), and spring (4) and retainer (5). The spring retainer can be removed from the
spring if necessary (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6).
8. If necessary, remove idler bearing. Use a press to remove the bearing (Figure 17-10, Page 17-9). See
following NOTE.
9. Use a scribe or small pick to remove the spiral backup rings (12) from each end of the bore in the fixed
face assembly (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6). See Figure 17-11, Page 17-9. Discard the rings.
INSPECTION OF DRIVE CLUTCH PARTS
1. Inspect the idler bearing (6) for smooth rotation or seal damage (Figure 17-5, Page 17-6).
Figure 17-8 Drive Button Mounting
Figure 17-9 Weight Position
• DO NOT REMOVE THE IDLER BEARING UNLESS IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IF IDLER
BEARING IS REMOVED, REPLACE IT WITH A NEW BEARING.
• IT IS NORMAL FOR A SMALL AMOUNT OF GREASE TO BE PRESENT AT THE EDGE OF SEAL.
Remove these
items from ribs:
10-24 SCREW
FLAT WASHER
DRIVE BUTTON
DRIVE BUTTON
TAKE UP SPRING
RIBS
WEIGHT
SLOTS IN HUB
CASTING
1/4-20 SCREW
FLAT WASHER
WEIGHT
NOTE
NOTE