Clutch Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable air bag system. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in RESTRAINTS.
- Remove air induction system. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect positive battery cable. Remove battery shield and battery. Remove battery tray/cooler box (one bolt located in fenderwell).
- Remove transaxle assembly. See TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY .
- Mark pressure plate and flywheel for reassembly reference, if necessary. Loosen pressure plate bolts in a crisscross pattern to prevent pressure plate distortion. Remove the pressure plate assembly to flywheel bolts. Remove the pressure plate assembly and clutch disc.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible arcing, negative battery cable MUST be disconnected first. This will prevent possible bodily injury or component damage.
NOTE:
Prior to removal, inspect pressure plate and flywheel for factory reference marks to be used for reassembly. If marks are not present, add reference marks.