To Remove:
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Disconnect the clutch master cylinder push rod from the clutch pedal.
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
- Remove the starter motor.
- Disconnect the quick connector at the transmission with a clutch coupling tool (special tool #308-182).
- Remove the transmission.
CAUTION
Loosen the bolts evenly to prevent clutch pressure plate damage.
NOTE: If the parts are to be reused, mark the clutch pressure plate and the flywheel.
- Remove the bolts and remove the clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc.
To Install:
CAUTION
To avoid damage do not force the adjusting ring. Extra pressure may be needed on the diaphragm fingers if the adjusting ring does not easily turn.
NOTE: Clean the clutch pressure plate and flywheel with a commercial alcohol based solvent so surfaces are free from oil film.
- Do not use cleaners with a petroleum base. Do not immerse the clutch pressure plate in the solvent.
NOTE: The clutch pressure plate should always be adjusted before installation.
- Compress the clutch diaphragm fingers. Position the clutch pressure plate in a press. Use a suitable adapter and press the clutch diaphragm fingers until the adjusting ring moves freely.
- Adjust the clutch pressure plate. Turn the adjusting ring counterclockwise until the tension springs are compressed. Hold adjusting ring while releasing the pressure on the clutch diaphragm fingers.
- Correctly position the clutch disc onto the flywheel. Use the clutch aligner to line up the clutch disc.
NOTE: If reusing the clutch pressure plate, line up using the marks you made during removal.
- Position the clutch pressure plate onto the flywheel dowels. Line up the clutch pressure plate. Install the bolts. Torque to 17-24 ft-lb (23-32 Nm). Remove the clutch aligner (special tool #308-020).
- Install the transmission and the starter motor.
- Safely lower the vehicle. Connect the clutch master cylinder push rod to the clutch pedal.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Bleed the clutch system.
