56. Reverse Input Clutch Assemble

2000 Chevrolet Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION 56. Reverse Input Clutch Assemble
Tools Required
- J23327-1 Clutch Spring Compressor
- J25018-A Clutch Spring Compressor Adapter
- J 44571 Reverse Input Clutch Piston Installer

1. Inspect the reverse input clutch piston (607) for the following defects:
- Damaged or porosity
- Ring groove damage





2. Install the reverse input clutch inner and outer seals (608) on the piston.





3. Install the J44571 inner (2) and outer (1) reverse input clutch piston installer.
4. Install the piston (607) into the housing (605).
5. Remove the J 44571.
6. Inspect the reverse input clutch spring assembly (609) for distortion or damage.





7. Install the reverse input clutch spring assembly (609).





8. Install the J23327-1 and the J25018-A.
9. Install the reverse input clutch spring retainer ring (610).
10. Inspect the belleville plate (611), the fiber plate assemblies (612B), the steel turbulator plates (612A) and the selective backing plate (613) for the following items:
- Damaged tangs
- Delamination
- Excessive wear
- Heat damage or wear
- Sunface finish
- Flatness





11. Install the reverse input clutch belleville plate (611), with the inner diameter up, into the reverse input clutch housing and drum assembly (605).





12. Install the reverse input clutch plates starting with a steel turbulator plate (612A) and alternate with a fiber plate assembly (612B).
13. Install the reverse input clutch selective backing plate (613).
14. Install the reverse input clutch retaining ring (614).
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