REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

CAUTION
The clutch driven disc may contain asbestos that has been determined to be a cancer causing agent. Never clean clutch surfaces with compressed air. Avoid inhaling any dust from any clutch surface. When cleaning clutch surfaces, use a commercially available brake cleaning fluid.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable
   • Transaxle
3. Gradually unscrew the 6, 6mm bolts which hold the pressure plate assembly on the flywheel. Loosen the bolts only 1 turn at a time, working around the pressure plate.
4. When all of the bolts have been removed, remove the clutch plate and disc.

   WARNING
   Do not get oil or grease on the clutch facing.

5. Remove the 2 retaining springs and remove the throwout bearing and the release fork.

   NOTE: Do not disassemble either the clutch cover or disc. Inspect the parts for wear or damage and replace any parts as necessary. Replace the clutch disc if there is any oil or grease on the facing. Do not wash or attempt to lubricate the throwout bearing. If it requires replacement, the bearing may be removed and a new one installed in the holder by means of a press.

   To install:

6. Fit the release fork boot on the front of the transaxle housing.
7. Install or connect the following:
   • Release fork
   • Throwout bearing assembly and secure it with the 2 springs. Coat the inside diameter of the bearing holder and the fork-to-holder contact points with grease.
8. Insert a pilot shaft through the clutch cover and disc, then insert the end of the pilot into the needle bearing.
9. Tighten the pressure plate bolts gradually, 1 turn at a time, until the proper torque is reached. Tighten to 13 ft. lbs. (17 Nm).

   WARNING
   When installing the clutch pressure plate assembly, be sure that the

   O marks on the flywheel and the clutch pressure plate assembly are at least 120 degrees apart. These marks indicate the direction of residual unbalance. Also, be sure that the clutch disc is installed properly, noting the FRONT and REAR markings.

10. After installation of the transaxle in the car, perform the adjustments outlined above.