5A-246 Automatic Transmission:
Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly
Removal
Reference: "Case Cover and 1-2 Reverse Clutch
Assembly Removal".
Special tool
J 28585 Snap Ring Remover
1. Remove the lube fluid pipe retainer bolt/screw (83).
2. Remove the lube fluid pipe retainer (84)
NOTE
Do not bend or damage the lube fluid pipe.
3. Remove the lube fluid pipe (85) with J 28585.
4. Remove the forward and direct clutch assembly (23).
Reference: "Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly
Disassemble".
Rear Internal Gear and Front Carrier
Removal
Reference: "Forward and Direct Clutch Assembly
Removal".
Special tool
J 45185 Bore Gage Set
1. Remove the input shaft thrust bearing (540).
2. Remove the front sun gear assembly (544).
3. Remove the rear sun gear thrust bearing (538).