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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988CAVALIER RS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSOVERHAUL & TESTING - 125C/3T40COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYLOW-REVERSE CLUTCH HOUSINGREASSEMBLY
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Low-Reverse Clutch Housing: Reassembly
1988 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Reassembly
- Install seals onto piston. Using Inner/Outer Seal Installer (J-26744-A), install clutch piston. See Fig 1 . Install clutch release spring and retainer (cupped side down). Compress retainer, and install snap ring. Apply maximum air pressure of 50 psi (3.5 kg/cm(2)) to feed hole to check for proper operation.
- Using Handle (J-34008), install low-reverse clutch housing. See Figure . Ensure oil feed hole in housing lines up with feed hole in case. If housing does not go past snap ring groove, remove tool and install sun gear. Rotate sun gear back and forth until housing is in place. Install .097" (2.46 mm) thick snap ring.
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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.