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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987CAVALIER BASE, 4D WAGON, STANDARD, MR3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)GENERAL SERVICINGA/C COMPRESSOR SERVICINGHARRISON A-6 6-CYLINDERCLUTCH ASSEMBLYINSTALLATION
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Wagon, Standard, MR3
Clutch Assembly: Installation
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Wagon, Standard, MR3SECTION Installation
- Install clutch coil and snap ring. Install pulley assembly and snap ring. Install clutch plate key in clutch plate, allowing key to protrude about 3/16" out rear of clutch plate.
- Install clutch plate on compressor crankshaft aligning key. Using Clutch Plate Installer (J-9480-B), press clutch plate on compressor to achieve a clutch assembly clearance of .022-.057" 56-1.34 mm). Using spanner, install crankshaft nut and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 N.m). Turn pulley and clutch plate by hand to check for free rotation.
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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.