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Clutch Assembly: Installation

  1. Using a clutch alignment tool match pressure plate with clutch disc. Make sure index marks are observed. Loosely attach clutch assembly.
  2. Tighten pressure plate bolts in a crisscross pattern 2 turns at a time. Position transaxle to engine. Make sure mainshaft splines are clean and lubricated lightly with molybdenum disulphide grease.
  3. Reverse removal procedure to install remaining components. Make sure engine-to-transaxle mounts are aligned and free of tension before tightening bolts and nuts.
Fig 1: Transaxle Support Assembly
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