Clutch System: Disc-Clutch: Installation

NOTE: If flywheel is replaced or removed apply thread sealer to the flywheel retaining bolts. This will prevent engine oil from leaking onto the clutch.

Mount clutch assembly on flywheel, being careful to properly align dowels and the alignment marks made before removal. If new clutch or flywheel is installed, align cover balance spot as close as possible to flywheel balance orange spot. Install alignment tool and install new clutch cover bolts enough to hold the disc in position. See Fig 1.
NOTE: Always install new clutch cover bolts.

Fig 1: Clutch Assembly
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1 - FLYWHEEL

2 - PRESSURE PLATE
To avoid distortion of the clutch cover (pressure plate), tighten new bolts a few turns at a time in sequence until bolts are seated. Then tighten bolts in sequence to 30 N.m (270 in. lbs.). Remove clutch disc alignment tool. See Fig 2.

Fig 2: Clutch Pressure Plate Torque Sequence
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Install transmission into vehicle.