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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1374 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Installation Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the clutch disc to the flywheel with the torsion springs offset toward the transaxle. Using a suitable clutch alignment arbor to center and hold in place the clutch disc on the flywheel.
- Install the clutch pressure plate to the flywheel. Secure the flywheel with the 6 clutch pressure plate cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the clutch pressure plate cover bolts to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
- Remove the clutch alignment arbor.
- Lubricate the transaxle input shaft splines and clutch release bearing using a thin coat of wheel bearing grease GM P/N 1051344 (Canadian P/N 993037) or the equivalent.
- Install the manual transaxle assembly into the vehicle. Refer to Transaxle Replacement in Manual Transmission -MK5 or Transaxle Replacement in Manual Transaxle - MTN.
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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.