Symptoms
Slipping under load in low range, chatter, or a pedal that engages right at the top of its travel.
The fix, step by step
- Remove the driveshafts, intermediate shaft and transfer case (or drop the transmission with the case attached), then pull the transmission back.
- Replace the disc, pressure plate, release bearing and pilot bearing, and check the flywheel and rear main seal.
- Use an alignment tool to install, and adjust the clutch cable.
Tools & part numbers
- Transmission jack
- socket set
- clutch alignment tool
- torque wrench
Where to buy the parts
Deluxe stock clutch set (Japanese)Trail Tough ↗Amazon ↗
OEM rear main seal, 1.3/1.6Trail Tough ↗Amazon ↗
1.3 clutch cableTrail Tough ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.