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Clutch Assembly & Pilot Bearing: Installation

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  1. Install NEW pilot bearing into flywheel, if removed. See Fig 1 . Install clutch aligner to support clutch disc. Install clutch disc and pressure plate onto flywheel. Ensure reference marks are aligned. If installing NEW clutch disc and pressure plate, align lightest part of pressure plate (identified by a Yellow dot) with heaviest part of flywheel (identified by an "X").
  2. Install and tighten NEW spring washers and bolts evenly to avoid distortion. Remove clutch aligner.
  3. Lubricate outside diameter groove and pack grease into inside diameter recess of release bearing. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specifications. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Fill reservoir with fluid, and bleed system. See BLEEDING  .
Fig 1: Installing Pilot Bearing
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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Clutch Assembly
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