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Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Manual

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APPLICATION
MANUAL TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS
Application
Chevrolet Corvette
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
System uses a single-plate clutch disc, a diaphragm spring pressure plate and a permanently
lubricated clutch release bearing. Clutch release system is hydraulic. Corvette uses a concentric
actuator/release bearing assembly located in the clutch housing. The hydraulic system provides
automatic clutch release adjustment.
BLEEDING
NOTE:
Bleeding is necessary if system has been opened or if air has been
drawn into system due to low fluid level in reservoir.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer, memory
CAUTION: DO NOT use silicone, mineral or paraffin base oil in clutch
1. Clean cap. Remove reservoir cap and diaphragm. Fill reservoir and keep full throughout
procedure. Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect heated
2001 Chevrolet Corvette
2001 Chevrolet Corvette
2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette
2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette
2000-01 CLUTCHES
systems and remote keyless entry transmitters lose memory
data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems
have completed a relearn cycle. Information transmitters (tire
pressure, door lock/unlock, seat position memory, etc.) if
equipped, may not operate until reprogrammed. See
COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL
INFORMATION and appropriate POWER DOOR LOCKS &
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES
& EQUIPMENT before disconnecting battery.
hydraulic system, or damage to rubber parts in cylinders may
occur.
Corvette
Transmission Model (RPO Code)
Borg-Warner T56 6-Speed (MM6)

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  • Page 1 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette APPLICATION MANUAL TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS Application Transmission Model (RPO Code) Chevrolet Corvette Borg-Warner T56 6-Speed (MM6) DESCRIPTION & OPERATION System uses a single-plate clutch disc, a diaphragm spring pressure plate and a permanently lubricated clutch release bearing.
  • Page 2 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette oxygen sensor connectors. Remove exhaust take-down pipe flange nuts. Remove exhaust intermediate pipe-to-rear pipe bolts. Remove front exhaust hanger bolts from bracket. Remove rear exhaust hanger bolts from intermediate pipes. Remove intermediate pipe assembly.

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette ahead of adjusting ring tension springs. 2. Using screwdrivers, rotate stepped adjusting ring counterclockwise (compressing tension springs) until adjusting ring steps are fully adjusted out, and then continue to hold in position. Have assistant release clutch pedal. Release adjusting ring tension spring stops.
  • Page 4 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Separator (J-36221), depress White circular release ring on actuator hose while pulling lightly on master cylinder hose. Remove actuator cylinder hose from hose retaining clip. Disconnect clutch actuator cylinder hose from clutch master cylinder hose. Protect both hose coupling ends from dirt and damage.
  • Page 5 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette console over. Using small flat-blade screwdriver, carefully release switch tabs. Remove console from vehicle. See Fig. 1 . Pry up and remove shift lever knob button. Pry control knob retainer out of slots and remove retainer. Unscrew shift lever knob.
  • Page 6 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette electrical connector from lighter. Remove trim plate. Remove shift control closeout cover retaining nuts, and remove cover. Shift transmission into Neutral. 6. Press down to engage shift control neutral lock pin. Remove transmission shift rod clamp bolt.
  • Page 7 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette bracket. 8. Remove clutch master cylinder push rod retainer. Disconnect push rod from clutch pedal. Raise and support vehicle. Remove clutch actuator hose from retaining clip at rear of engine. Using Hydraulic Clutch Separator (J-36221), depress White circular release ring on actuator hose while pulling lightly on master cylinder hose to disconnect.
  • Page 8 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Fig. 3: Measuring Rear Transverse Spring Stud Height Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. 11. Support lower control arm with jack. Loosen, but do not remove, left outer tie rod end stud nut. Install Ball Joint Separator (J-42188) between suspension knuckle and tie rod end stud.
  • Page 9 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette 12. Disconnect lower ball joint from steering knuckle. Loosen, but do not remove, left lower ball joint stud nut. Install Ball Joint Separator (J-42188) between suspension knuckle and ball joint stud. Tighten separator bolt until stud separates from knuckle. Remove separator and stud nut, and separate ball joint from knuckle.
  • Page 10 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette driveline support-to-flywheel housing bolts. Carefully bend wiring harness bracket away from driveline to allow clear path for driveline removal. 18. Have an assistant insert a flat-blade tool between edge of driveline support and engine flywheel housing.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette spin freely, replace bearing. 3. If replacing flywheel, check old flywheel for balance weights inserted in weight holes. If weights are installed on old flywheel, new balance weights MUST be installed on new flywheel in same hole locations as on old flywheel. If clutch pressure plate requires replacement, flywheel MUST be replaced also.
  • Page 12 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Fig. 4: Exploded View Of Clutch Assembly Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

  • Page 13: Clutch Master Cylinder

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Fig. 5: Flywheel Tightening Sequence (Pressure Plate Sequence Is Same) Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER Removal 1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove left instrument panel lower insulator panel. Using a flat-blade tool, carefully pry instrument panel courtesy lamp assembly from left lower closeout panel.

  • Page 14: Clutch Pedal Position Switch

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette 4. Lower vehicle, but leave on hoist. Remove clutch master cylinder push-in fasteners. Rotate clutch master cylinder counterclockwise 45 degrees. Release cylinder from dash panel, and remove clutch master cylinder and reservoir from vehicle.

  • Page 15: Torque Specifications

    2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette freedom of movement. Bleed hydraulic system. See BLEEDING . PILOT BEARING Removal & Installation NOTE: DO NOT use grease under pressure to force pilot bearing from crankshaft, or damage may result. Remove driveline support assembly and transmission. See CLUTCH ASSEMBLY . Remove pressure plate and clutch disc.
  • Page 16 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Back-Up Light Switch 15 (20) Differential-To-Transmission Bolt 37 (50) Driveline Support Assembly-To-Engine Flywheel Housing Mounting 37 (50) Bolt Exhaust Hanger Bolt 37 (50) Exhaust Take-Down Pipe Flange Nut 15 (20) Flywheel Housing-To-Engine Bolt 37 (50)
  • Page 17 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2000-01 CLUTCHES Corvette Transmission-To-Driveline Support Bolt 37 (50) Transmission Mount-To-Rear Crossmember Bolt 37 (50) Transverse Spring Mounting Bracket Bolt 46 (62) Wheel Hub Mounting Bolt 96 (130) INCH Lbs. (N.m) Clutch Actuator Cylinder Bolt 106 (12) Console Retaining Nut...

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