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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2008CSX BASE, K20Z1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONSHAFTS AND CLUTCHES4TH AND 5TH CLUTCH REASSEMBLY
2008 Acura CSX Base, K20Z1
4th and 5th Clutch Reassembly
2008 Acura CSX Base, K20Z1SECTION 4th and 5th Clutch Reassembly
Special Tools RequiredΒ
- Clutch spring compressor attachment 07LAE-PX40100 or 07HAE-PL50101
- Clutch spring compressor bolt assembly 07GAE-PG40200 or 07GAE-PG4020A
- Soak the clutch discs thoroughly in ATF for a minimum of 30 minutes.
- Install the new O-rings (A) on the clutch piston (B).
- Install the clutch piston (A) in the clutch drum (B) while applying pressure and rotating to ensure proper seating. Do not pinch the O-ring.
- Install the return spring (A) and spring retainer (B), and position the snap ring (C) on the spring retainer.
- Install the special tools.
- Be sure the special tool (A) is adjusted to have full contact with the spring retainer (B).
- If either end of the special tool is set over an area of the spring retainer that is unsupported by the return spring, the retainer may be damaged.
- Compress the return spring until the snap ring can be installed.
- Install the snap ring with the snap ring pliers.
- Remove the special tools.
- Install the waved spring (A) in the 5th clutch drum (B). Starting with the clutch wave-plate, alternately install the wave-plates (C) (3) and discs (D) (3). Install the clutch end-plate (E) with the flat side down on the top disc.
- Install the waved spring (A) in the 4th clutch drum (B). Starting with the clutch wave-plate, alternately install the wave-plates (C) (3) and discs (D) (3). Install the clutch end-plate (E) with the flat side down on the top disc.
- Install the snap ring with a screwdriver to secure the clutch end-plate.
- Check that the clutch piston moves by applying air pressure into fluid passage.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.