Return Spring
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Launching!
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From: Abilene, Tx
Return Spring I bought my clutch return spring this week and then started to install the thing today. I thought that this would be an easy job, but for some reason I am having some issues getting this thing installed. 
Does anyone have any suggestions or tips on how to install this thing? 
Does anyone have any suggestions or tips on how to install this thing? 
On The Tree
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Baltimore, MD
Re: Return Spring Clutch Pedal Return Spring Breaks or Scraping Noise When Clutch Pedal Applied (Replace Clutch Pedal Return Spring) #02-07-31-001 - (02/19/2002)
Clutch Pedal Return Spring Breaks or Scraping Noise When Clutch Pedal Applied (Replace Clutch Pedal Return Spring)
1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro
1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird
with Manual Transmission
Condition
Some customers may comment about a spring breaking and falling to the floor or a scraping noise when the clutch pedal is applied.
Correction
Replace the clutch pedal return spring using the procedure and part number listed below.
Disengage the lower part of the IP cluster trim plate bezel.
Remove the IP knee bolster.
Remove the left closeout/insulator panel.
Remove the wiring junction block screws and position aside.
Remove the clutch anticipate (start) switch. Do not disconnect the electrical connections.
Remove the clutch actuator rod clip and rod from the clutch pedal.
Disconnect the 3-way electrical connector on the side of the steering column.
Important
Nylon inserts (1, 3) must be present to install the clutch pedal return spring properly. If inserts are not present, try to locate them. They may have fallen to the floor. If unable to locate the inserts, the clutch pedal assembly must be replaced.
Install the right leg of the spring (2) into the bracket.
Rotate and swing the flat part of the spring into the pocket on the pedal.
Using long needle nose pliers, insert the left leg of the spring into the bracket.
Connect the 3-way electrical connector on the side of the steering column.
Install the clutch actuator rod and clip to the clutch pedal.
Install the clutch anticipate (start) switch.
Position the wiring junction block and install the screws.
Install the left closeout/insulator panel.
Install the IP knee bolster.
Engage the lower part of the IP cluster trim plate bezel.
Clutch Pedal Return Spring Breaks or Scraping Noise When Clutch Pedal Applied (Replace Clutch Pedal Return Spring)
1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro
1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird
with Manual Transmission
Condition
Some customers may comment about a spring breaking and falling to the floor or a scraping noise when the clutch pedal is applied.
Correction
Replace the clutch pedal return spring using the procedure and part number listed below.
Disengage the lower part of the IP cluster trim plate bezel.
Remove the IP knee bolster.
Remove the left closeout/insulator panel.
Remove the wiring junction block screws and position aside.
Remove the clutch anticipate (start) switch. Do not disconnect the electrical connections.
Remove the clutch actuator rod clip and rod from the clutch pedal.
Disconnect the 3-way electrical connector on the side of the steering column.
Important
Nylon inserts (1, 3) must be present to install the clutch pedal return spring properly. If inserts are not present, try to locate them. They may have fallen to the floor. If unable to locate the inserts, the clutch pedal assembly must be replaced.
Install the right leg of the spring (2) into the bracket.
Rotate and swing the flat part of the spring into the pocket on the pedal.
Using long needle nose pliers, insert the left leg of the spring into the bracket.
Connect the 3-way electrical connector on the side of the steering column.
Install the clutch actuator rod and clip to the clutch pedal.
Install the clutch anticipate (start) switch.
Position the wiring junction block and install the screws.
Install the left closeout/insulator panel.
Install the IP knee bolster.
Engage the lower part of the IP cluster trim plate bezel.
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Launching!
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 286
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From: Abilene, Tx
Re: Return Spring Thank you so much!!! Just one more question. On the importand part above....which nylon inserts are the 1,3? Just curious because I only have two in there right now. Thank you again!
Re: Return Spring lol....in the first 3 months I had my car, I had that spring replaced 4 times.....
finally I just said "forget this" and didn't replace it anymore.
The spring is just there to keep the peddle taught and perhaps gives a "little" help pushing.....its not worth the problems....
finally I just said "forget this" and didn't replace it anymore.
The spring is just there to keep the peddle taught and perhaps gives a "little" help pushing.....its not worth the problems....
