Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
Pressure Plate: Service and Repair
Clutch Assembly Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 38836 Bushing Installer and Clutch Arbor
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the transmission.
3. Mark the flywheel, cover plate, and pressure plate for installation alignment.
4. Install J 38836 through the cover plate, pressure plate, and into the flywheel for support during plate removal.
5. Remove the bolts and washers securing the clutch pressure plate and cover plate to the flywheel.
6. Remove J 38836 from the plates.
7. Clean all the clutch parts with a clean, water dampened cloth in order to remove any fibers.
8. Inspect all of the clutch parts for these conditions:
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Wear and damage
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Scoring and flatness with a straight edge
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Driven plate runout. The runout must not be more than 0.508 mm (0.020 inch).
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Scoring, gouges, and loose rivets on the friction pads
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Oil soaked friction pads
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Nicks, burrs, and sliding fit on all splines
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Bending and breaks in the clutch pressure plate cover spring
Installation Procedure
1. Using J 38836 for installation alignment, position the pressure plate and cover plate to the flywheel.