3/5/Reverse Clutch Measurement

The 3-5-Reverse (3-5-R) clutch should be measured before and after it is disassembled or assembled. The end play can be adjusted by installing a thicker or thinner snap ring holding the reaction plate into the 3-5-R clutch retainer.

Fig 1: 3-5-R Clutch Measurement Set-Up

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1. Place the 3-5-R clutch (2) on tool (special tool #8285, Compressor, Spring).
2. Attach a magnetic base dial indicator stand (3) (special tool #C-3339A, Set, Dial Indicator) to the 3-5-R clutch retainer (2).
3. Attach a dial indicator (4) to the stand (3) with the dial indicator plunger against the top of the 3-5-R clutch (2) reaction place (1).
   Fig 2: Reaction Plate & Dial Indicator

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4. Press downward on the reaction plate and "zero" the dial indicator (1).
   Fig 3: Dial Indicator, Pair Of Screw Drivers & Reaction Plate

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5. Lift upward on the reaction plate with a pair of screw drivers (2).
6. Record the highest reading on the dial indicator (1). This is the amount of free travel within the 3-5-R clutch. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
7. If the 3-5-R clutch is not within specifications, install a thicker or thinner snap ring to hold the reaction plate in the clutch retainer.