K1 Clutch - Disassembly

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 V8-6.1LSECTION K1 Clutch - Disassembly





DISASSEMBLY




Input Clutch K1 Components





1. Remove snap-ring (11) from outer multiple-disc carrier (1).
2. Take multiple-disc pack (12) out of outer multiple-disc carrier (1). Note which clutch disc is removed just prior to the spring plate (8) for re-assembly. If the clutch discs are re-used, this disc must be returned to its original position on top of the spring plate.










3. Place Multi-use Spring Compressor 8900 (2) on the spring plate and compress the spring until the snap-ring (1) is exposed.
4. Remove snap-ring (1).
5. Take out disc spring (7) and remove piston (6) by carefully blowing compressed air into the drilled oil feed passage.
6. Remove snap-ring (3) and take out front freewheeling clutch F1 (2). Take care when removing the F1 clutch to prevent the clutch sprags from falling out. If this occurs, the clutch must be replaced.

RENDER: 1.0x

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