Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove transmission.
Important: Mark the relationship of the pressure plate assembly to the flywheel. This will ensure proper balance during assembly.
- Remove the clutch and pressure plate for the manual transmission.
- Remove the flywheel attaching bolts.
- Remove the retainer (automatic transmission only).
- Remove the flywheel.
- Clean the thread adhesive thoroughly from the flywheel bolts and bolt holes.