Safety Warning
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 MANUALSCHEVROLET1976LUV AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONDRIVELINE/AXLESMAP - DRIVE TRAIN & TRANSMISSIONDRIVETRAIN AND TRANSMISSIONCLUTCH DISCS (MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS)
1976 Chevrolet Luv Automatic Trans
Clutch Discs (Manual Transmissions)
1976 Chevrolet Luv Automatic TransSECTION 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.