Topaz V6-182 3.0L (1992)
Piston Retaining Ring Replacement
5. Remove piston retaining ring using a bench vise, clutch spring compressor tool No. T81P-70235-A, and clutch spring compressor extension tool
No. T80L-77515-A, or equivalent.
6. Remove retaining ring and piston return spring retainer, then using pliers, remove the clutch piston.
7. Remove piston seal from clutch cylinder.
8. Remove seal from clutch piston.
ASSEMBLE
1. Inspect clutch cylinder check ball. Ensure ball is present and free in cage.
2. Install seal on clutch cylinder.
3. Install seal on clutch piston. Ensure piston seal lip faces up.
4. Apply light film of petroleum jelly to piston seals, clutch seal area, and clutch piston inner seal area, then install clutch piston.
5. Position piston return spring retainer and piston retaining ring, then compress and install piston retaining ring, as shown in the Piston Retaining
Ring Replacement image.
6. Install No. 9 thrust bearing.
7. Install wave spring, clutch pack, pressure plate, and clutch pack retaining ring.
8. Install one-way clutch, then the No. 8 thrust washer.
9. Ensure clearance between clutch retaining ring and pressure plate as follows:
