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Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 36221 Clutch Alignment Tool

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in General Information.
  2. Remove the quick disconnect from the concentric slave cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
  3. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Manual Transmission.
  4. Install the J 36221 in order to support the clutch.

  5. Object Number: 167306  Size: SH
  6. Mark the flywheel (5) and a clutch pressure plate lug for the installation alignment.
  7. Remove the bolts (2) and the washers (3). Secure the clutch pressure plate (4) and the clutch driven plate (1) to the flywheel (5).
  8. 6.1. Remove the J 36221
    6.2. Clean all of the parts with a water dampened cloth.
    6.3. Inspect all of the parts for wear and damage.
    6.4. Use a straight edge in order to inspect the contact surfaces for scoring and flatness.
    6.5. Inspect the friction pads for scoring, gouges, and loose rivets.
    6.6. Inspect the friction pads for oil. Replace the clutch driven plate if the friction pads are soaked with oil.
    6.7. Inspect all of the splines for the following:
       • Nicks
       • Burrs
       • A smooth sliding fit
    6.8. Inspect all of the springs for bending and breakage.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

J 36221 Clutch Alignment Tool


    Object Number: 167306  Size: SH
  1. Install the bolts (2) and the washers (3) that secure the clutch pressure plate (4) and the clutch driven plate (1) to the flywheel (5).
  2. Install the J 36221 in order 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).

    Remove the J 36221 .

  6. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Manual Transmission.
  7. Install the hydraulic line fitting to the concentric slave cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
  8. Lower the vehicle.