Clutch: Service and Repair

Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement

Special Tools

J 43482 Clutch Alignment Arbor

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Transmission Replacement).




2. Remove the clutch cover bolts one turn at a time, until spring pressure is relieved.




3. Remove the clutch cover and the clutch disc.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the clutch disc and the clutch cover.
2. Hand start the clutch cover to flywheel bolts, leaving the clutch cover loose enough to reposition for alignment.




3. Install the J 43482 in order to support the clutch cover to the flywheel assembly.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Tighten the clutch cover to flywheel bolts in the sequence shown to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
5. Recheck each bolt torque using the tightening sequence.
6. Remove the J 43482 .
7. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Transmission Replacement).
8. Bleed the hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding (Service and Repair).
9. Connect the negative battery cable.