Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 1265

Installation Procedure

Fig. 21: View Of J 38836, Washer & Pilot Bearing (without RPO HP2)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Install a 5/8 inch washer (1) onto the J 38836 or equivalent. See Special Tools.

2. Install a NEW clutch pilot bearing (2) onto the tool.

IMPORTANT: The flywheel spacer (if applicable) must be removed prior to pilot

bearing installation.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 22: Installing Pilot Bearing Using J 38836 (without RPO HP2)
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3. Install the NEW clutch pilot bearing into the crankshaft using J 38836 . See Special Tools.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

Fig. 23: View Of Clutch Pilot Bearing Proper Installation Position (without RPO
HP2)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

4. Inspect the clutch pilot bearing for proper installation.

5. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement.

CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

Special Tools

J 5824-A Clutch Alignment Tool. See Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

Fig. 24: Clutch Pressure Plate And Driven Plate (4.8L Or 6.0L)

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado