Remove the manual transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer
to
Transmission Removal
in
Manual Transmission.
Remove the clutch release
shaft return spring (4) from the clutch release shaft fork (3).
Remove the clutch release
bearing pin (1) from the clutch release shaft fork (3) and the clutch release
bearing (2) from the transmission input shaft.
Important: DO NOT clean the clutch release bearing with degreaser or solvents.
Cleaning the clutch release bearing with degreaser or solvents will damage
the bearing seals. Use a clean, dry solvent-free cloth.
Clean the clutch release bearing (2) with a clean, dry solvent-free
cloth.
Inspect the clutch release bearing (2) for external damage and
smooth rotation. If external damage exists or the bearing does not operate
smoothly, replace the clutch release bearing.
Apply a thin coat of wheel bearing lubricant GM P/N 1051344, or
the equivalent, to the transmission input shaft.
Install the clutch release
bearing (2) onto the transmission input shaft; secure the clutch release bearing
(2) to the clutch release shaft fork (3) with the clutch release bearing
pin (1).
Install the clutch release
shaft return spring (4) to the clutch release shaft fork (3).
Install the manual transmission assembly into the vehicle. Refer
to
Transmission Installation
in
Manual Transmission.