2ND Clutch: Reassembly

1996 Isuzu Trooper S, AutomaticSECTION Reassembly
  1. Lubricate all components with Dexron-III ATF. Install NEW seal rings on clutch piston so lip on seal ring faces toward inside of 2nd clutch drum (toward front of transmission).
  2. Install clutch piston in 2nd clutch drum. Use care not to damage seal rings. Install return springs and return spring seat.
  3. Using spring compressor, compress return springs and return spring seat. Use care to not allow return spring seat to bind in groove for retaining ring.
  4. Install retaining ring at center of 2nd clutch drum. Remove spring compressor. Install waved plate in 2nd clutch drum. Ensure waved plate is installed in original direction.
  5. Install clutch plates and clutch discs in 2nd clutch drum, starting with clutch plate and alternating with the clutch disc. See Fig 1 .
  6. Install spacer with proper end of spacer facing clutch plate. See Fig 1 . Install retaining ring, ring gear and remaining retaining ring.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of 2nd Clutch
G95D20597Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
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