Clutch: Service and Repair

1. Support engine and remove transmission as outlined further on.
2. On all except 1984---88 Camaro and Corvette, disconnect clutch fork pushrod and return spring. On 1984---88 Camaro and Corvette, remove slave cylinder heat shield and cylinder from flywheel housing. Prior to removing slave cylinder on 1984---88 Camaro and Corvette, disconnect pushrod from clutch master cylinder.
3. Remove flywheel housing.
4. Slide clutch fork from ball stud and remove fork from dust boot. Look for ``X'' mark on flywheel and on clutch cover. If ``X'' mark is not evident, prick punch marks on flywheel and clutch cover for indexing purposes during installation.
5. Loosen clutch-to-flywheel attaching bolts evenly one turn at a time until spring pressure is released. Then remove bolts and clutch assembly.
6. Reverse procedure to install, using suitable pilot tool to center clutch disc. Tighten clutch cover bolts evenly and gradually to avoid distorting cover.