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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 X, 4WD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL - 4R70W AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCOMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYFORWARD CLUTCHDISASSEMBLY
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, Standard
Forward Clutch: Disassembly
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
- Lift clutch hub and No. 3 needle bearing from forward clutch assembly. Using a screwdriver, pry clutch pack selective retaining snap ring from drum. Remove clutch pack, pressure plate and wave spring. See Figure .
- Using appropriate compressor, compress piston return spring and remove retaining snap ring. Lift out retainer and return spring.
- Remove clutch piston from drum. Note position of inner and outer piston seals, then remove seals. Ensure input shaft Teflon seals are not damaged. Ensure check balls in piston move freely.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.