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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the transmission.

  2. Object Number: 203656  Size: SH
  3. Remove the bolt (6) and the washers that secure the fork (7).
  4. Remove the following parts from the housing:
  5. • The shaft (9)
    • Use a drive bar in order to remove the shaft from the clutch housing.
    • The fork (7)
    • The keys (8)
  6. Remove the flexible hose (3).
  7. Remove the return spring (4).
  8. Remove the release bearing (5) and the seal.
  9. Pry the seal from the clutch housing.
  10. Drive the bearing from the clutch housing.
  11. Remove the bolts that secure the clutch housing to the transmission.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 203656  Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the bolts that secure the clutch housing (2) to the transmission.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the clutch housing bolts to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).


    Object Number: 203652  Size: SH
  3. Install the release bearing (1) and the NEW seal (2).
  4. • Apply grease to the bearing and the clutch housing cavity.
    • Apply grease to the area between the seal and the bearing.
    • Drive the bearing to 10 mm (0.39 in) depth.
    • Drive the seal to 2 mm (0.08 in) depth.

    Object Number: 203656  Size: SH
  5. Install the return spring (4).
  6. Install the flexible hose (3).
  7. Install the following parts to the housing:
  8. • The shaft (9)
    • The fork (7)
    • The keys (8)
  9. Install the bolt (6) and the washers securing the fork (7).
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the fork bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  11. Install the transmission.