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Removal Procedure

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NOTE:
  • To prevent damage to the spring fangs of pressure plate use the DT-6263  remover/installer to remove and install the clutch pressure plate.
  • Note the different lengths of the brackets for attaching the DT-6263  remover/installer to the lower engine block.
  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Flywheel Holding Tool
    GM2699408Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the EN-652  holder (1) to the engine block.
    3. Fig 2: Engine Support Brace
    GM2699404Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the DT-6263  remover/installer (1) along with the DT-6263-1  brace to the engine block.
  4. Install the 4 bolts (arrows) to the engine block, but do not tighten yet.
    5. Fig 3: Center Guide And Drift
    GM2699433Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the DT-6263-27  center guide (5) to the DT-6263-30  centering drift (4).
  6. Tighten the DT-6263  remover/installer.
    1. Align the DT-6263-30  centering drift (2) along with the clutch center guide through the DT-6263  remover/installer into the clutch driven plate and the crankshaft center (arrow).
    2. Tighten the knurled wheel (1).
    3. Tighten the bolt (3).
    4. Tighten the 4 bolts installing the DT-6263  remover/installer to the engine block.
    7. Fig 4: Measuring Distance "a"
    GM2699409Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Preload the clutch springs, using the DT-6263  remover/installer.
    1. Turn the threaded rod (1) until it rests against the spring tangs of the clutch pressure plate.
    2. Measure the distance a.
      3. NOTE:

      DO NOT turn further than necessary to gain free movement of the clutch disc.

    4. Turn the threaded rod clockwise until the distance a is extended by approximate 8 mm (0.31 lb in).
    5. Check for free movement of the clutch disc.
    8. Fig 5: Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts
    GM2699411Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Check if bolt was installed with thread lock agent.

  8. Remove and DISCARD the 6 clutch pressure plate bolts (1).
    9. Fig 6: Centering Drift And Clutch Center Guide
    GM2699434Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Release the DT-6263  remover/installer (2).
    1. Turn the threaded rod (1) of the DT-6263  remover/installer counter clockwise to the stop.
    2. Remove the DT-6263-30  centering drift (3) along with the clutch center guide (arrow).
    10. Fig 7: Clutch Pressure Plate And Driven Plate
    GM2699412Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the clutch pressure plate (1) and the driven plate (2).
    11. Fig 8: Clutch Pressure Plate And Driven Plate Inspection Points
    GM2028217Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Clutch pressure plate and driven plate contaminated by foreign bodies (oil, cleaning agent etc.) have to be replaced. Check the clutch driven plate for damage and friction rust in the hub profile and replace it if necessary. DO NOT clean the clutch pressure plate and the driven plate with a high pressure cleaner or component washing machine.

  11. Inspect the clutch pressure plate and the driven plate (1) and replace it, if necessary.
    • Excessive wear
    • Burned friction surface
    • Oil on friction surface
    • Damaged spline hub
    • Damaged springs
    12. NOTE:

    The clutch driven plate has to be replaced if the lining projection is less than 0.5 mm (0.020 in) (arrows).

  12. Inspect the projection of the lining at the clutch lining rivets.
  13. Slide the clutch pressure plate onto the transmission input shaft and check for easy movement.
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