F 250 2WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1998)
5. Use (A) Clutch Spring Compressor to compress the piston return spring and install the (B) retaining ring.
6. Install the (A) clutch pack and the (B) clutch pack retaining ring.
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Alternate external spline (steel) plates and internal spline (friction) plates, starting with a steel plate and ending with the steel pressure plate.
NOTE: Before assembly, soak new clutch discs in transmission fluid for 15 minutes.
7. Use a (A) feeler gauge to check the clearance between the (B) clutch pack retaining ring and the (C) pressure plate.
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If the clearance is not within specifications, install the correct size retaining ring and recheck clearance.
8. Install the washer and the (B) No. 7 needle bearing on the (A) direct clutch hub and install the direct clutch hub.
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Install the needle bearing with the black side up, toward direct clutch hub.
