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5-49. THIRD CLUTCH MAINTENANCE (Contd)
1.
Starting with clutch plate (5), alternately install three clutch plates (5) and three clutch discs (3) in
transmission housing (4).
2.
Install backplate (2) and snapring (1) in transmission housing (4).
3.
Measure clearance between backplate (2) and snapring (1) with third clutch clearance gauge. Third
clutch clearance should be 0.050-0.114 in. (1.270-2.896 mm).
4.
If third clutch clearance exceeds 0.114 in. (2.896 mm), replace clutch discs (3) with new, thicker
discs (3).
5.
If third clutch clearance still exceeds 0.114 in. (2.896 mm) after completing step 4, replace back-
plate (2) with new, thicker backplate (2).
6.
If third clutch clearance is less than 0.050 in. (1.270 mm), replace backplate (2) with new, thinner
backplate (2).
FOLLOW-ON TASK: Install fourth clutch (para. 5-48).
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