shaolin_racer

I have recently installed an ACT 6-puck clutch and pressure plate(with new pilot bushing and throwout bearing) into my 04 STi. I double checked all my connections and attempted to start the vehicle. It doesn't, it just clicks like the starter is bad or battery is dying. I pulled the starter and had it tested, it works fine. I have checked all my connections and grounds multiple times. I then proceeded to turn the engine by hand by putting a 22mil socket on the main pulley and the engine won't turn. I can move the car in neutral, but not in any gear.
The only thing I can think of is if I bound the flywheel up when I mated the tranny. The flywheel was spinning freely when I torqued down the flywheel(it was resurfaced) and the pressure plate. I am going to start to remove the tranny again tomorrow and retrace my steps. Any input/advice will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

SubyN00by

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check the battery to make sure it isn't dead (clicking)

shaolin_racer

When I turn the key to the ignition to the on position everything on the car turns on including the headlights. I even tried to jump start it. I will take the battery to get tested today just in case.

Thanks.

shaolin_racer

I had the battery tested and it checked out fine. I beginning to wonder if it is possible to push out the pilot bearing and having it wedge in the flywheel teeth.

Does anyone know if this is possible?

shaolin_racer

It was the dust shield under the transmission. I must have bent it against the flywheel when I mated the tranny.