Clutch: Service and Repair

Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement

Tools Required

J 43482 Clutch Alignment Arbor


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Transmission Replacement) for the M86/M94 Getrag transmission.




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. Align the heavy side of the flywheel assembly , with the clutch cover Light Side.




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





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

3. Install the clutch cover to flywheel bolts.

Follow the tightening sequence. Tighten the bolts to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Remove the J 43482 .

Important: Excessive amounts of lubricant on the input shaft splines may contaminate the clutch disc and cause clutch shudder.


5. Lubricate the inside diameter of the bearing with Saturn P/N 21005995, or equivalent.
6. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Transmission Replacement) for the M86/M94 Getrag transmission.
7. Bleed the hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding (Service and Repair) .
8. Connect the negative battery cable.