Second Clutch Piston Travel Measurement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 45166 Dial Indicator Extension Rod - 8 inch". See Special Tools .
J 45200 Dial Indicator Set. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: Locating Fluid Pump Assembly Bolt Hole

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Install J 45166 into the fluid pump assembly bolt hole (1) indicated with the arrow. See Special Tools .

Fig 2: Measuring Second Clutch Piston Stroke

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Assemble J 45200 (1) onto J 45166 (2) and set the dial indicator to zero on the second clutch piston. See Special Tools .

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air in order to prevent eye injury.

Apply compressed air into the second clutch fluid passage (B2) and measure the piston stroke. Be sure the piston moves smoothly.
If the piston stroke is out of specifications, select another second clutch backing plate.
Specification: Second clutch piston bore stroke: 1.10 - 1.50 mm (0.043 - 0.059 in)