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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN2009NAVIGATOR 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONDISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESDIRECT CLUTCH ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY

2009 Lincoln Navigator 4WD

Direct Clutch Assembly: Assembly

2009 Lincoln Navigator 4WDSECTION Assembly

Install a new inner and outer O-ring seal on the apply piston.

Fig 1: Locating Inner And Outer O-Ring Seal On Apply Piston
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Install a new outer O-ring seal on the balance piston.

Fig 2: Installing Outer O-Ring Seal On Balance Piston
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Lightly coat the O-ring seals in clean transmission fluid and install the direct clutch piston.

Fig 3: Locating Direct Clutch Piston
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Install the direct clutch return spring.

Fig 4: Locating Direct Clutch Return Spring
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Install the balance piston.

Fig 5: Locating Balance Piston
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Install the Clutch Spring Compressor 307-552 and the Clutch Spring Compressor 307-015 onto the direct clutch assembly.

Fig 6: Identifying Clutch Spring Compressor 307-552 And Clutch Spring Compressor 307-015
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Using the Clutch Spring Compressor 307-552 and the Clutch Spring Compressor 307-015, compress the direct clutch return spring and install the direct clutch return spring retainer.

Fig 7: Identifying Clutch Spring Compressor 307-552 And Clutch Spring Compressor 307-015
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NOTE: Friction and steel plate quantity will vary based on engine displacement. For additional information, refer to the CLUTCH PLATE QUANTITY CHART .

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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.