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Pre-Installation Checklist |
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What is the reason for replacing the clutch assembly? |
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Did the clutch wear out? |
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Did you experience a clutch failure? |
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If a failure occurred, did you fix the cause of failure? |
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Do you have a service manual for your vehicle to resource information regarding bolt torque specification, special tools that may be needed and installation instructions, etc.? |
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Do you have a non-petroleum cleaner such as, acetone or brake cleaner to clean the surface of the pressure plate and flywheel prior to installation? |
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Do you have the proper bolts for the flywheel and pressure plate? (preferably new bolts) |
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Do you have a torque wrench to properly torque the flywheel and pressure plate bolts? |
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Do you have all of the fluids you will need? (Transmission oil, hydraulic clutch fluid) |
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Do you have an alignment tool to properly line up the disc to the transmission? |
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Do you have a replacement pilot bearing preferred) or bushing? (If applicable) |
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Do you have a pilot bearing removal tool or method? (If applicable) |
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Do you have a safe method to lift and support your vehicle? (Jack and at least 4 jack stands) |
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Do you have someone to resurface your flywheel? |
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Do you have a new throw-out bearing? |
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Do you have an apparatus (Transmission jack or floor jack adapter) to support the weight of the transmission during installation to avoid damaging the disc? |
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Pay close attention when removing components (linkage, bearing location and mounting, bolts and their length, etc.). Take notes or pictures for proper re-installation. |
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Inspect all clutch related parts (clutch fork, clevis, pins, hydraulics, etc.) for signs of wear or damage. |
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Inspect the spline on your transmission input shaft for damage or wear. (Slide the disc on and off) |
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Inspect the throw-out bearing guide tube for signs of wear or galling. (retaining collar/quill) |
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Does the new disc slide smoothly and spin straight on the input shaft of the transmission? |
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Has your flywheel been properly resurfaced, balanced, and does it meet OEM specifications? |
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Are the dowel pins (if applicable) in the flywheel secure, straight and smooth? |
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Lubricate the input shaft spline with a dry graphite lubricant or a light coat of lithium (white) grease. |
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Did you check to make sure there is no grease or oil on any friction surfaces? |
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Post Installation Checklist |
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If your vehicle is equipped with a clutch adjustment, refer to your (an) owner’s (service) manual
for adjustment procedure.
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Did you complete your warranty card? |
