Transfer Clutch: Assembly

Install the transfer clutch piston.

Fig 1: Identifying Transfer Clutch Piston
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Install return spring to transfer clutch piston.

Fig 2: Identifying Return Spring
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Install transfer clutch piston seal.

Fig 3: Install Transfer Clutch Piston Seal
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Install ST to rear drive shaft.
ST 499257300 SNAP RING OUTER GUIDE

Fig 4: Identifying ST & Rear Drive Shaft
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Install snap ring to ST.
ST 499257300 SNAP RING OUTER GUIDE

Fig 5: Identifying Snap Ring
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Using ST1 and ST2, install snap ring to rear drive shaft.
ST1 499257300 SNAP RING OUTER GUIDE

ST2 499247400 INSTALLER

Fig 6: Identifying Rear Drive Shaft
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Install the driven plates, drive plates, pressure plate, retaining plate and snap ring.

Fig 7: Identifying Driven Plates, Drive Plates, Pressure Plate, Retaining Plate And Snap Ring
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Apply compressed air to see if the assembled parts move smoothly.

Fig 8: Applying Compressed Air To See If Assembled Parts Move Smoothly
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Check clearance between snap ring and pressure plate. < Ref. to INSPECTION <--, Transfer Clutch -->. >
Press-fit a new ball bearing with ST.
ST 899580100 INSTALLER

Fig 9: Identifying New Ball Bearing With ST
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Coat a new seal ring with Vaseline, and install it in the seal ring groove of the rear drive shaft.
NOTE: Do not expand the seal ring excessively when installing.

Fig 10: Identifying Seal Ring Groove
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Install the transfer clutch assembly without damaging seal ring.

Fig 11: Identifying Transfer Clutch Assembly
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