Hyundai Repair: transmission removal, hyundai tiburon, type clutch


Question
QUESTION: I have an 03' hyundai tiburon 2.0 4cyl. manual trans. and I'm replacing the engine. I took the engine out with the trans still attached. now I'm trying to remove the trans from the engine and I cant get the trans to separate from the engine more than a half inch. I couldn't find any access to the torque converter to remove any bolts. so how do I remove the trans

ANSWER: Your vehicle uses a pull type clutch.  The clutch throwout bearing release fork hooks into the release bearing.  You'll need to remove the release fork lever from the top of the transmission to allow the fork to rotate out of the release bearing.

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QUESTION: thank you very much. just one more question though. where exactly is the release fork lever and what does it look like? maybe if its possible you could send a schematic or pic. thanks again

Answer
The release fork lever is the lever held onto the top of the transmission with a 14mm nut and attaching to the clutch release cylinder piston rod.

Unfortunately, I cannot copy and send you a diagram as the service manuals to which I have access are copyrighted and not my possessions.  If you'd like to see the diagrams in the shop manual, you can register for a free account at www.hmaservice.com.