If the dummy cover does not sit flush, the forward clutch assembly may not be fully seated. The forward clutch assembly is not fully seated if it is not below the surface that the dummy cover bolts to.
: Transaxle case
: Forward clutch assembly
: The clearance between the dummy cover and the forward clutch assembly
Always handle the forward clutch assembly by the input shaft.
Remove the dummy cover .
Pull up the forward clutch assembly by the input shaft to remove the entire forward clutch assembly.
Using a suitable tool (A) gently align the layers of the forward clutch assembly .
Re-insert the entire forward clutch assembly while holding the input shaft .
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Gently jiggle the input shaft until the forward clutch assembly seats below case lip.
If the forward clutch assembly does not seat, rotate back and forth from the input shaft and jiggle.
If the clutch pack still does not seat, repeat from step 3.