Pontiac FIREBIRD 1972 Service Manual page 1082

76-44 1972 PONTIAC SERVICE M A N U A L
Fig. 7G-60 Removing Clutch Assemblies
Remove pump-to-case gasket and tools from pump.
Discard gasket.
On V-8 models, remove intermediate clutch cushion
spring, three (3) intermediate clutch faced plates and
three (3) steel separator plates: (Fig. 76-59).
On
6
cylinder models, remove cushion spring, two (2)
faced plates and two (2) separator plates (Fig. 7G-
59).
Inspect condition of plates as follows:
a. Dry the faced (lined) plates with compressed air
and inspect the faced plates for
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pitting and flak-
ing, wear, glazing, cracking, charring and/or
chips (metal particles) imbedded in lining.
Fig. 7 6 - 6 2 Removing Output Carrier
If a faced plate exhibits any of the above condi-
tions, replacement is required.
Wipe the steel (separator) plates dry and check
for heat discoloration. If the surface is smooth
and an even color smear is observed, plates should
be re-used. If surface is scuffed or shows severe
heat discoloration, the plates must be replaced.
Remove intermediate clutch pressure plate.
Remove intermediate overrun brake band, direct and
forward clutch assemblies from case (Fig. 7G-60).
Remove forward clutch housing-to-input ring gear
thrust washer from ring gear (or clutch housing).
This washer has three (3) wide external tangs.
Fig. 7G-6 1 Removing Input Ring Gear
Fig. 7 6 - 6 3 Removing Drive Shell