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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1971CHEVELLE BASE, 2D CONVERTIBLE, 5.0L ENG, ENG CD CCC, AUTOMATIC TRANS, TRANS MFR CD POWERGLIDEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONDRIVELINE/AXLESMAP - DRIVE TRAIN & TRANSMISSIONDRIVETRAIN AND TRANSMISSIONCLUTCH DISCS (MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS)
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Base, 2D Convertible, 5.0L Eng, Eng CD CCC, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD Powerglide
Clutch Discs (Manual Transmissions)
1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Base, 2D Convertible, 5.0L Eng, Eng CD CCC, Automatic Trans, Trans Mfr CD PowerglideSECTION Clutch Discs (Manual Transmissions)
| Condition | Code | Procedure |
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| Backing plate cracked | B | Require replacement |
| Broken | A | Require replacement |
| Contaminated with oil | A | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Determine source of oil and correct prior to repair or replacement of clutch disc.
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| Damper cushion broken | A | Require replacement |
| Damper cushion collapsed | A | Require replacement |
| Damper spring collapsed | A | Require replacement |
| Damper spring missing | C | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Not all clutch discs have springs in all spring chambers on the disc.
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| Friction material cracked through | B | Require replacement |
| Friction material flaking or chunking | B | Require replacement |
| Friction material surface cracking | No service suggested or required | |
| Grooved | B | No service suggested or required unless the pressure plate or flywheel is being resurfaced or replaced. In this case, replacement of clutch disc is required |
| Ridged | B | No service suggested or required unless the pressure plate or flywheel is being resurfaced or replaced. In this case, replacement of clutch disc is required |
| Splines worn, affecting performance | A | Require replacement |
| Warped, affecting performance. | A | Require replacement |
| Wear exceeds specifications (where applicable) | B | Require replacement |
| Worn, affecting performance | A | Require replacement |
| Worn, not affecting performance yet close to the end of its useful life | 1 | Suggest replacement |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.