Ranger 2WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (1998)
7. Remove the direct clutch piston inner and outer seal.
1. Remove the direct clutch piston inner seal.
2. Remove the direct clutch piston outer seal.
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Clean and replace as necessary.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install the new direct clutch piston inner seal and the direct clutch piston outer seal.
CAUTION: The lip seals must be positioned as shown. Care must be taken to prevent rollover of the lip seal.
NOTE: Use new seals to help prevent seal failures.
2. Install the direct clutch piston into the Direct Clutch Outer Seal Sizing Tool.
1. Press together until seated.
2. Install the direct clutch piston into the Direct Clutch Outer Seal Sizing Tool.
CAUTION: Lubricate the direct clutch piston inner and outer seals with clean transmission fluid.
3. Inspect the intermediate brake and direct clutch drum and components for the following:
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Intermediate brake and direct clutch band surface for scoring.
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Clutch piston bore and the piston inner and outer bearing surfaces for scoring.
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The fluid passages for obstructions. All fluid passages must be clean and free of debris.
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Inspect the clutch plates for wear, scoring and fit on the clutch hub serrations. Replace all plates that are badly scored, worn or do not fit freely
in the hub serrations.
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Inspect the direct clutch pressure plate for scores on the clutch plate bearing surface. Check the clutch release springs for distortion.
