Clutch, K3: Disassembly

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Input Clutch K3 Components

Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

1 - SNAP-RING

6 - PISTON

2 - MULTIPLE DISC PACK

7 - SEALING RING

3 - DISK SPRING

8 - OUTER DISC CARRIER

4 - SNAP-RING

9 - MULTI-USE SPRING COMPRESSOR 8900

5 - SPRING PLATE

Remove snap-ring (1) from outer multiple-disc carrier.
Remove multiple-disc pack (2) and disk spring (3) from outer multiple-disc carrier. Note which clutch disc is removed just prior to the disc spring (3) 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.
Place Multi-use Spring Compressor (special tool #8900A, Multi Use Spring Compressor) (9) on the spring plate (5) and compress the spring until the snap-ring (4) is exposed.
Remove snap-ring (4).
Remove spring plate (5) and piston (6) from outer multiple-disc carrier.