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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 1302140  Size: SH
  3. Remove the clutch pressure plate bolts (1).
  4. Discard the bolts.

  5. Remove the clutch pressure plate (2) and driven disc (3) from the dowel pins (4) on the flywheel (5).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1302140  Size: SH
  1. Install the clutch pressure plate (2) and driven plate (3) to the dowel pins (4) on the flywheel (5).
  2. Install the clutch pressure plate bolts (1) finger tight.
  3. Use the Snap-On A145 Clutch Aligner Set, or equivalent, to align the clutch driven plate (3) to the clutch pilot bearing.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 71490  Size: SH
  5. Tighten the NEW clutch pressure plate bolts in the sequence shown.
  6. Tighten

    1. Tighten the clutch pressure plate bolts in sequence to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
    2. Use the J 36660-A in order to tighten the clutch pressure plate bolts in sequence an additional 45 degrees.
  7. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.