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Clutch Pressure and Driven Plate Replacement M86

Special Tools

J 43482 Clutch Alignment Arbor

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 100727  Size: SH
  3. Remove the clutch cover bolts one turn at a time, until spring pressure is relieved.

  4. Object Number: 100733  Size: SH
  5. Remove the clutch cover and the clutch disc.

Installation Procedure

  1. Adjust the clutch pressure plate, if necessary. Refer to Clutch Pressure Plate Adjustment.

  2. Object Number: 100733  Size: SH
  3. Align the machined side of the flywheel assembly, with the machined side of the cover.

  4. Object Number: 892789  Size: SH
  5. Install the J 43482 in order to support the clutch cover to the flywheel assembly.
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 100744  Size: SH
  7. Install the clutch cover to flywheel bolts.
  8. Tighten
    Follow the tightening sequence. Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  9. Remove the J 43482 .
  10. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.
  11. Bleed the hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable.