Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 GMC Acadia, 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2016 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the torque tube assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Driveline Torque Tube Replacement .

Fig 1: Electrical Harness Retainer And Torque Tube

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Remove the electrical harness retainer (1) from the torque tube (2).

Fig 2: View Of Clutch Control Module & Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the electrical connector (1) for the clutch control module (2).
Position 2 pieces of wood along side of the torque tube.

Fig 3: Piece Of Wood Under Clutch Assembly

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IMPORTANT:

It is important to place a piece of wood under the clutch assembly so as not to damage the clutch assembly when it exits the torque tube.

Position a piece of wood under the clutch assembly in the torque tube.
Pick up the torque tube and with a quick downward motion, snap the torque tube to release the clutch drum assembly from the input shaft.

Fig 4: Locating Clutch Drum, Retaining Clip & Weather Seal

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Remove the clutch drum (1) assembly from the torque tube.
Remove and discard the retaining clip (3) and the O-ring (4). DO NOT re-use, replace with NEW only.

IMPORTANT:

When removing or installing the wiring harness and weather seal (2), ensure that the wiring harness does NOT become damaged. The wiring harness is NOT SERVICED separately.

Remove the wiring harness and weather seal (2) from the torque tube.