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A340E(Others) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - FORWARD CLUTCH
SST
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3. CHECK PACK CLEARANCE OF FORWARD CLUTCH
Using SST and a dial indicator, measure the forward
clutch piston stroke while applying and releasing com-
pressed air (392-785 kPa, 4-8 kgf/cm2, 57-114 psi).
SST 09350-30020 (09350-06120)
Pack clearance:
0.5-0.9 mm (0.020-0.035 in.)
If the values are non-standard, inspect the discs.
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4. REMOVE FLANGE, PLATES AND DISCS
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the snap ring from the for-
ward clutch drum.
(b) Remove the flange, plates and discs.
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5. REMOVE CUSHION PLATE
SST
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6. REMOVE PISTON RETURN SPRING
(a) Place SST on the spring retainer and compress the return
spring with a shop press.
SST 09350-30020 (09350-07040)
(b) Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring.
(c) Remove the piston return spring.
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7. REMOVE FORWARD CLUTCH PISTON
(a) Place the forward clutch drum onto the O/D support.
(b) Hold the forward clutch piston with hand, apply com-
pressed air to the O/D support to remove the forward
clutch piston.
(c) Remove the forward clutch piston.
(d) Remove the 2 O-rings from the piston.