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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1992JIMMY BASE, 2D UTILITY, 4.3 Z, RWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONCLUTCHESREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCLUTCH ASSEMBLY & PILOT BEARINGINSTALLATION (COMMERCIAL VAN)

1992 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, Standard

Installation (Commercial Van)

1992 GMC Jimmy Base, 2D Utility, 4.3 Z, RWD, StandardSECTION Installation (Commercial Van)

On 4.3L, 5.7L and 7.4L models, use brass drift to install NEW pilot bearing into flywheel, if removed. On 6.2L diesel models, use Pilot Bearing Driver (J-34140) to install NEW pilot bearing into flywheel, if removed. On 4.3L, 5.7L and 7.4L models, lubricate pilot bearing with machine oil. On 6.2L diesel models, pilot bearing is sealed and does not require lubrication. See Fig 1.
Install Clutch Aligner (J-5824-01) to support clutch plate. Install clutch plate and pressure plate to flywheel. Ensure reference marks are aligned. Install and tighten NEW spring washers and bolts evenly to avoid distortion. Remove clutch aligner.
Lubricate ball stud and clutch fork fingers with high-temperature grease. Lubricate O.D. groove and pack grease into I.D. recess of release bearing. Install ball stud, clutch fork and release bearing. See Fig 1.
To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specifications. See TORQUE SPECS (COMMERCIAL VAN) table. Fill reservoir with fluid. See RECOMMENDED FLUID table under LUBRICATION. Bleed system. See BLEEDING HYDRAULIC CLUTCH SYSTEM under IN-VEHICLE SERVICE.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Clutch Assembly & Pilot Bearing ("S" & "T" Series Blazer & Pickup, Jimmy & Sonoma Shown - Others Similar)

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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.