Pontiac FIREBIRD 1972 Service Manual page 817

CLUTCH, MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS 7-5
CLUTCH
SAFETY
6 CYL. ENGINE
A
70 LB. FT.
SECTION A-A
40 LB. IN.
CLUTCH FORK
Fig. 7-5 Clutch Controls
-
A Series
3. Rotate clutch fork push rod into swivel (or rod end
4. Reinstall return spring and check pedal free travel.
into push rod) by 3 1/2 turns and tighten jam nut to
Approximately 1" to 1 1/2" of lash should be at the
30 lb. ft. torque. pedal.
MAJOR REPAIRS
CLUTCH CONTROL LINKAGE
F and ,X Series
-
Loosen outboard ball stud nut and
slide stud out of bracket slot.
REMOVE
4. Move countershaft outboard and lift out to remove
from vehicle.
1. Remove return spring and anti-lash spring.
2. Disconnect clutch pedal push rod and clutch fork
push rod from their respective countershaft levers.
3. A Series
-
Remove bolt, retaining lever and hub to
mounting boss on engine, loosen outboard ball stud
nut and slide stud out of bracket slot.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
The countershaft assembly contains nylon ball stud seats
which should be inspected for wear and/or damage. Also
check condition of engine boss ball stud assembly (on F
and
X
Series only) and special anti-rattle
"0"
ring.