Inspection and Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the flywheel for the following:
- Missing or damaged clutch plate pins (1)
- Excessive wear to the ring gear teeth (2)
- Broken damper springs (3)
- Loose rivets (4)
- Clutch surface for cracking, hot spots, grooved, or excessive wear (5)
- Replace the flywheel if any of the conditions are found.
- Replace the ring gear on the flywheel if teeth are worn or damaged.
- Use the following steps in order to replace the ring gear on the flywheel:
- Heat the ring gear evenly with a torch. Do not overheat.
- Using a gammer and punch remove the ring gear.