Parisienne V8-305 5.0L (1985)
Forward clutch assembly, minus check ball in housing (618) Forward clutch piston assembly (622) Additional waved plate (666) Front internal gear
(633)
SERVICE ACTION:
1981-86 Models Built Prior To April 25, 1986 (Julian date 115):
If a vehicle equipped with a THM 200-4R transmission built prior to April 25, 1986 (Julian date 115) exhibits a harsh Park/Neutral to Drive engagement,
install the Service Package listed in Service Parts Information.
NOTICE:
This system cannot be used on 1986-1987 BRF, 1984-1985 BQ and 1983 BR models.
1986-87 Models Built On Or After April 25, 1986 (Julian date 115):
Models built after implementation of the feed/bleed system can be serviced with individual parts.
Important:
When servicing the forward clutch, select the correct backing plate (627). Backing plate selection affects piston travel, shift
feel and clutch durability.
Figure 3
Figure 4
Backing Plate Selection:
(Clutch Fully Assembled) Apply an evenly distributed load in the direction indicated in Figure 3 to remove slack
from the clutch assembly. Use 20 lbs. (9 kg) of pressure against the backing plate--excessive pressure will cause an
inaccurate measurement. With the clutch assembly compressed, use a feeler gage to measure the distance between the
