Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.

Ryan Du Tour

Gregory Deneszczuk

Manuel Martinez Sanchez

Joaquin J Affonso, Iii

Jonathan Kline

A snap ring is configured to retain components within a clutch assembly. The snap ring has an annular body defining an opening through a center thereof. The annular main body defines a distal-facing surface and an opposite proximal-facing surface. A number of retention features extend from the distal-facing surface of the annular main body. Each retention feature has an axially-extending body portion a radially-extending engagement portion. The engagement portion is configured to engage a backing plate. A friction clutch assembly including a snap ring pair is also provided, which includes a clutch snap ring disposed adjacent to the snap ring including the retention features.

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Troy, MI, United States of America

Ryan Du Tour