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Disc, Clutch: Installation

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NOTE:

It is required that the cover and disc be replaced as a unit. New units sold are pre-adjusted.

  1. Check runout and free operation of new clutch disc.
  2. Lubricate crankshaft pilot bearing with a NLGI - 2 rated grease.
  3. Install clutch alignment tool in clutch disc hub.
    NOTE:

    Flywheel side is imprinted on the disc face.

  4. Install alignment tool (3) in pilot bearing and position disc on the flywheel (1).
  5. Position pressure plate over disc (2) and onto the flywheel.
    NOTE:

    It is required when replacing a worn clutch, the pressure plate is replaced at the same time.

  6. Align and hold pressure plate in position and install bolts finger tight.
  7. Tighten bolts evenly and a few threads at a time in a diagonal pattern.
    CAUTION:

    Bolts must be tightened evenly in a star pattern and to specified torque to avoid warping pressure plate cover.

  8. Tighten pressure plate bolts to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
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  9. Remove release lever (3) and release bearing from clutch housing (1). Apply Mopar™ high temperature bearing grease to bore (4) of release bearing, release lever (5) contact surfaces and release lever pivot stud (2).
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  10. Apply light coat of Mopar™ high temperature bearing grease to splines (3) of transmission input shaft (1) and to release bearing slide surface of the transmission front bearing retainer (2).
    CAUTION:

    Do not over lubricate shaft splines. This can result in grease contamination of the disc.

  11. Wipe release bearing surface clean.
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  12. Install release lever and bearing in clutch housing. Verify spring clips (2) that retain lever on pivot ball (4) and release bearing (3) are installed properly.
    NOTE:

    If release lever is installed correctly, the lever part number will be toward the bottom of the transmission and right side up. There is also a stamped "I" in the lever which goes to the pivot ball side of the transmission.

  13. Install transmission and transfer case if equipped.
  14. Check fluid level in clutch master cylinder and depress clutch pedal several time.
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