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Tools Required

J 5824-A Clutch Alignment Tool

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
  2. Install J 5824-A or use a clutch drive gear to support the clutch.

  3. Object Number: 400324  Size: SH
  4. Mark the flywheel (5) and a clutch pressure plate lug for the installation alignment.
  5. Remove the bolts (3) and the washers (2). Secure the clutch pressure plate (4) and the clutch driven plate (1) to the flywheel (5).
  6. Remove the clutch alignment tool.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 400324  Size: SH
  1. Install the bolts (3) and the washers (2) securing the clutch pressure plate (4) and the clutch driven plate (1) to the flywheel (5).
  2. Install theJ 5824-A or used a clutch drive gear to support the clutch.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Align the marks made during removal or, if new align the lightest part of the clutch pressure plate identified by a yellow dot, to the heaviest part of the flywheel, identified by an "X".
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch pressure plate to the flywheel bolts to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

  6. Remove the clutch alignment tool.
  7. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .