Manual Transmission, Clutch and Transfer Case

Release Cable - Clutch

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Removal

CAUTION: Whenever the clutch release lever cable (7K553) is disconnected for any reason, such as transmission removal, clutch pedal components or clutch release lever cable replacement, it is imperative the correct method for installing the clutch release lever cable be followed. Incorrect installation may damage components or cause system failure.

1. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.

1. Remove the screws.

2. Remove the instrument panel steering column cover.

Release Cable - Clutch

2. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.

1. Remove the screws.

2. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement.

Release Cable - Clutch

3. Lift the clutch pedal (7519) to its most upward position.

Release Cable - Clutch

4. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Section.

5. Unhook the clutch release lever cable (7K553) from the clutch pedal adjuster quadrant (7L583).

Release Cable - Clutch

6. Open the hood, remove the screws and the clutch release cable (7K553).

Release Cable - Clutch

7. NOTE: On 4.6L vehicles only Remove the bolt and the clutch release lever cable bracket from the brake master cylinder (2140).

Release Cable - Clutch

8. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

9. Remove the screw from the clutch release lever cable clamp.

Release Cable - Clutch

10. Remove the screw and the dust shield.

Release Cable - Clutch

11. Pull the clutch release lever cable (7K553) and remove from the clutch release lever (7515).

Release Cable - Clutch

12. Remove the C-clip from the clutch release lever cable and remove the clutch release lever cable from the vehicle.

Release Cable - Clutch

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Release Cable - Clutch
Release Cable - Clutch
Release Cable - Clutch
Release Cable - Clutch
Release Cable - Clutch

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