Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2007)
Pressure Plate: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle.
2. Remove transmission and clutch housing as assembly.
3. If pressure plate is being removed for access to another component, mark position of pressure plate cover (1) on flywheel (3) with small punch
marks (2).
4. Loosen pressure plate cover bolts evenly and in rotation to relieve spring tension. Loosen bolts a few threads at a time to avoid warping cover.
5. Remove cover bolts, pressure plate and clutch disc.
