Clutch Assembly
NOTE:
Removal procedure outlined is designed for all models. Procedure is general. Some models may have slight individual differences.
- Disconnect battery ground cable. From inside driver's compartment, remove console (if equipped) and disassemble gearshift lever. Raise and suitably support engine and transmission.
- Remove electrical leads from starter and transmission mounted switches. Disconnect power brake vacuum line from clutch housing (if equipped). Separate electrical wire harness from bracket located near starter housing. Disconnect exhaust pipe from manifold. It may be necessary to remove entire front portion of exhaust pipe on some models. Remove speedometer cable from extension housing.
- Disconnect slave cylinder from transmission housing and remove starter. Disconnect propeller shaft at rear axle and slide shaft from transmission. Insert suitable plug (49 0259 440) into transmission to prevent fluid loss.
- Support transmission with a jack, disconnect crossmember at transmission and side supports, and remove crossmember. Remove transmission attaching bolts, slide transmission rearward until input shaft clears clutch splines, and remove transmission.
- Note flywheel and pressure plate index marks for reassembly reference. Install a suitable flywheel holding tool, and loosen clutch attaching bolts (noting where special bolts go) one turn at a time until spring pressure is released. Remove clutch assembly.
- To install, reverse removal procedure and note the following:
- On piston engine models, lubricate pilot bearing in crankshaft with grease prior to installing clutch.
- Use clutch aligning tool to center disc and pressure plate on flywheel.
- Bleed hydraulic system.