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87 Nissan Pulsar clutch replacement - transaxle

Hello all,

I am attempting to replace the clutch in my 87 Nissan Pulsar (1.6L SOHC). I have followed the steps in the Haynes manual, and am ready to ease the transaxle away from the engine. I believe that I have removed all the transaxle-to-engine bolts, as well as all the motor mount bolts that are applicable. However, the transaxle is still firmly attached to the engine.

I assume that it might be kind of stuck, but I'm not sure. Also, even though I think I got every bolt, I could have missed one. If anyone knows where I may have missed one, please post. If you have pulled the transaxle away on anything similar (and as old - I'm not sure the last time it was out - before me, that's for sure), please post. Last, I am assuming the transaxle includes the transmission housing and what is analogous to the "bell housing" - the part that has the throw-out bearing, fork, etc.

Thanks much.

Reply to
R Flowers
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R, Check for a clutch inspection plate that may need to be removed. I am not familiar with that particular application but it did stop me on my first engine pull. Sparky

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Steve Parker

Thanks to both who have responded thus far.

I do have both the engine & and the transaxle supported by jacks. (Then engine is just kind of 'helped' with a bit of plank and a towel underneath the oil pan.) I do recall a flat protuburance that could be the clutch inspection plate. I will check it out.

-- R Flowers

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R Flowers

If you have checked and rechecked for that last bolt you may have missed, then hook up your clutch actuator (cable or slave) and push the pedal. This is enough to pop the trans loose without it going too far. CAUTION- If it is a slave unit the slave piston MAY pop out if it moves too much, depending on where its mounted.

-SP

R Flowers wrote:

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Speedy Pete

For anyone interested, it *was* a missed bolt. I had missed one on the rear motor mount that was recessed, but could be reached through an opening in the bracket. That should have given it away. However, the clutch housing was still pretty stuck to the engine, and require some gentle prying.

I have the new clutch on, but stopped when I noticed the worn clips that hold the throw-out bearing in place. Although no one had them in stock, a transmission shop guy said they were pretty much just to hold it there until everything was reassembled, so I'm not too worried about them. It all goes back together Saturday (well, let's hope).

-- R Flowers

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R Flowers

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