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Clutch Assembly: Installation

  1. Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to clutch operating shaft, pivot points and clutch release bearing. Secure clutch release bearing with spring clips and spring clip retainers. Clean splines of transaxle input shaft and lubricate lightly with molybdenum disulfide powder. Center clutch disc against flywheel.
    NOTE: DO NOT clean clutch release bearing in solvent. Wipe clean with dry cloth.
  2. Install pressure plate and tighten bolts evenly in a diagonal pattern.
    NOTE: Rear mounting bolt must be installed in clutch release cylinder before attempting to install on clutch housing.
  3. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .