Low-Intermediate Clutch Cylinder: Disassembly

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Disassembly
  1. Remove the No. 15 rear sun gear thrust bearing and race.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Sun Gear Thrust Bearing And Race
    G03957234Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the No. 15 low-intermediate clutch retainer washer.
    Fig 2: Removing No. 15 Low-Intermediate Clutch Retainer Washer
    G04005131Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. CAUTION: Do not fully compress the clutch spring retainer.
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