Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Ensure that the clutch hydraulic hoses are positioned away from nearby vehicle components or vehicle damage may result.
- Install the clutch actuator cylinder into position on the driveline support assembly.
- Install the actuator cylinder mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the clutch actuator cylinder mounting bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Install the driveline support assembly and transaxle to the vehicle. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement (Automatic Transmission) or Driveline Support Assembly Replacement (Manual Transmission) in Propeller Shaft.
- Connect the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the clutch master cylinder hose.
Push together the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fittings, then pull back on the fittings to verify engagement.
- Check the hydraulic hoses for twists of kinks.
- Install the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the hose retaining clip (at the rear of the engine).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the clutch master cylinder rod to the clutch pedal.
- Install the clutch master cylinder rod retainer.
- Install the left I/P lower insulator panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
Tighten: Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
- Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming in Keyless Entry.
- Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Clutch Bleeding .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT rely on an audible click or a visual verification of the clutch hydraulic hose quick connect fitting connection.