GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Checks

Actions

Check for the driver improperly operating the vehicle.

Correct the driver's operation of the vehicle, as necessary.

Check for an oil-soaked clutch disc.

Correct the leak at its source and install a new clutch disc.

Check for a worn facing or a facing torn from the disc.

Replace the worn disc with a new disc.

Check for a warped pressure plate or a warped flywheel.

Replace the warped pressure plate or the warped flywheel.

Check for a weak diaphragm spring.

Replace the pressure plate.

Check for a driven plate that is not seated.

Start the engine 30-40 times. Do not overheat the engine.

Check for a driven plate that is overheated.

Allow the driven plate to cool.