Cutlass Ciera Cruiser V6-231 3.8L (1985)
select the correct backing plate. The backing plate selection effects piston travel and shift feel.
FIGURE 2 - FORWARD CLUTCH BACKING PLATE SELECTION
To check the forward clutch backing plate selection, apply approximately 10 lbs. of pressure on the backing plate and check the gap between the backing
plate and snap ring. If the gap is larger than 1.49 mm (.059") use the next thicker backing plate and if smaller than 0.67 (.026") mm use the next thinner
backing plate. Refer to Figure 2 for alternate backing plate selections.
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Please make a note of this procedure on page 125C-28 of your 1987 Firenza - Calais - Cutlass Ciera - Delta 88 - Ninety-Eight Chassis Service
Manual Volume I, referencing this bulletin.
The new lo and reverse clutch pack assembly (wave, steel, compositioned-faced, and selective backing plate) is serviced as an assembly only.
Service Parts Information
8664167
Forward Clutch Assembly, Complete
8664152
Lo and Reverse Clutch Housing Assembly
8664151
Lo and Reverse Clutch Pack Assembly