Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Reverse Brake Assembly: Disassembly
- Remove the snap ring.
- Remove the retaining plate, drive plate, driven plate and dish plate.
- Set the ST1, ST2 and ST3 to intermediate case.
ST1 18762AA000 COMPRESSOR SPECIAL TOOL
ST2 18763AA000 COMPRESSOR SHAFT
ST3 18765AA000 COMPRESSOR SUPPORT
- Compress the return spring using the set ST to remove the snap ring.
- Using the ST, remove the snap ring and spring retainer.
- Remove the return spring.
- Remove the reverse brake piston by blowing compressed air intermittently from intermediate case hole.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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