Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI1998TIBURON BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)TRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSEXCEPT OVERHAUL - A4AF2 & A4BF1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCOMPONENT DISASSEMBLY & REASSEMBLYFRONT CLUTCHREASSEMBLY
1998 Hyundai Tiburon Base, Automatic
Front Clutch: Reassembly
1998 Hyundai Tiburon Base, AutomaticSECTION Reassembly
- Install NEW "D" ring on front clutch piston and front clutch retainer with rounded side of "D" ring facing outward, away from front clutch piston or front clutch retainer. Lubricate "D" rings with ATF.
- Install front clutch piston in front clutch retainer. Use care not to damage "D" rings when installing front clutch piston. Install return spring and retainer.
- Using spring compressor, compress return spring. Install small snap ring to hold return spring on front clutch retainer. Remove spring compressor.
- Coat all clutch plates and clutch discs with ATF. Alternately install clutch plates and clutch discs starting with clutch plate. If installing old clutch plates and clutch discs, ensure components are installed in original position and direction.
- Install large snap ring on front clutch retainer. Lightly hold top clutch plate downward. Using feeler gauge, measure clearance between large snap ring and top clutch plate. This is front clutch clearance.
- Front clutch clearance should be .016-.024" (.4-.6 mm). If front clutch clearance is not within specification, install different thickness snap ring to obtain correct front clutch clearance. Consult parts department for available snap ring thickness.
CAUTION:
Soak clutch discs in ATF for 2 hours before installation.
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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.