Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate: Removal

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Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION article.

CAUTION: If the clutch disc and pressure plate are to be reinstalled, bolts must be removed evenly or permanent damage to the diaphragm spring will occur resulting in complete clutch release.

Fig 1: Locating Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts

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Remove the bolts, clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc.
- If the parts are to be reused, index-mark the clutch pressure plate to the flywheel.

Fig 2: Locating Index-Mark Clutch Pressure Plate

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