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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012COLORADO 4WD L5-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINCLUTCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD L5-3.7L
Clutch: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD L5-3.7LSECTION Service and Repair
Clutch Assembly Replacement
Special Tools
J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (4WD) Transmission Replacement (4WD)Transmission Replacement (RWD) Transmission Replacement (RWD).
2. Remove the clutch pressure plate bolts (1).
Discard the bolts.
3. Remove the clutch pressure plate (2) and driven disc (3) from the dowel pins (4) on the flywheel (5).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the clutch pressure plate (2) and driven plate (3) to the dowel pins (4) on the flywheel (5).
2. Install the clutch pressure plate bolts (1) finger tight.
3. Use the Snap-On A145 Clutch Aligner Set, or equivalent, to align the clutch driven plate (3) to the clutch pilot bearing.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
4. Tighten the NEW clutch pressure plate bolts in the sequence shown.
1. Tighten the clutch pressure plate bolts in sequence to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
2. Use the J 36660-A in order to tighten the clutch pressure plate bolts in sequence an additional 45 degrees.
5. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (4WD) Transmission Replacement (4WD)Transmission Replacement (RWD) Transmission Replacement (RWD).
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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.