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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 851233  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the clutch actuator cylinder line.
  2. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 621539  Size: SH
  4. Remove the clutch actuator cylinder bolts from the transmission.

  5. Object Number: 621542  Size: SH
  6. Remove the following components from the transmission:
  7. • The upper bolt
    • The clutch actuator cylinder

Installation Procedure

Important: Excessive amounts of lubricant on the input shaft splines can contaminate the clutch disc and cause clutch shudder.

  1. Lubricate the inside diameter of the bearing with Saturn P/N 21005995, or equivalent.
  2. Install the clutch actuator cylinder to the transmission.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 621539  Size: SH
  4. Install the clutch actuator cylinder bolts
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 621542  Size: SH
  6. Install the upper line release bolt.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  8. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 851233  Size: SH
  10. Connect the clutch actuator cylinder line.
  11. Bleed the hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .