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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 732 (MANUAL TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCLUTCH PEDAL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Clutch Pedal, Bolt & Nut
    GM71477Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Lubricate the clutch pedal bushings lightly with GM P/N 1052497 or equivalent.
  2. Install the clutch pedal to the clutch pedal bracket.
  3. Install the clutch pedal bolt.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the clutch pedal nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clutch pedal nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

    5. Fig 2: Clutch Pedal Bracket, Stud & Anchor Plate
    GM71482Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the clutch pedal and bracket assembly into position in the vehicle.
  6. Install the clutch pedal bracket stud anchor plate into position on the steering column bracket.
  7. Install the clutch pedal bracket mounting nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clutch pedal bracket mounting nuts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

    8. Fig 3: Clutch Pedal Position Switch & Clutch Start Switch Electrical Connector
    GM71479Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the clutch pedal position switch, clutch start switch, electrical connector.
    9. Fig 4: Driver Foot Rest Bracket, Retaining Bolt & Dash Panel Stud
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  9. Install the driver foot rest spacer onto the dash panel stud.
  10. Install the driver foot rest bracket to the vehicle.
  11. Install the driver foot rest bracket retaining nut and the retaining bolt.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the driver foot rest bracket retaining nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    • Tighten the driver foot rest bracket retaining bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

  12. Lubricate the clutch pedal assist spring bushings lightly with GM P/N 1052497 or equivalent.
  13. Install the clutch pedal assist spring to the clutch pedal bracket (in the direction noted during removal).
  14. Align the clutch pedal to the pedal assist spring and engage.
    15. Fig 5: Clutch Master Cylinder & Dash Panel
    GM71476Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the clutch master cylinder to the dash panel.
    1. Orientate the clutch master cylinder at a 45 degree angle.
    2. Insert the clutch master cylinder into the dash panel.
    3. Rotate the master cylinder clockwise.
    4. Attach the master cylinder to the dash panel.
    5. DO NOT over rotate the master cylinder or damage may occur.
  16. Install the windshield washer solvent container. Refer to Washer Solvent Container Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.
    17. Fig 6: Clutch Actuator Cylinder Hose
    GM71473Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Raise the vehicle.
  18. Install the clutch actuator cylinder hose to the hose retaining clip.
    19. Fig 7: View Of Master Cylinder Push Rod To Clutch Pedal
    GM71474Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  19. Lower the vehicle.
  20. Install the clutch master cylinder rod to the clutch pedal.
  21. Install the clutch master cylinder rod retainer.
    22. Fig 8: Cruise Control Release Switch Bracket & Retaining Bolts
    GM71494Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Install the cruise control release switch, with bracket into position.
  23. Install the cruise control release switch bracket retaining bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the cruise control release switch bracket retaining bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

    24. Fig 9: Cruise Control Release Switch Electrical Connector
    GM71493Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  24. Connect the cruise control release switch electrical connector.
  25. Install the left I/P lower insulator panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  26. Connect the negative battery cable.

    Tighten:  Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  27. Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming in Keyless Entry.
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