Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is pleased to offer our clients the following: new reproduction passenger-side transmission dust cover for the 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird with the 5.7L LS1 engine.
This factory-style cover installs on the right-hand side of the transmission bellhousing area. It closes the original access opening and helps protect the flywheel or flexplate area from road debris, dirt and splash.
Designed as a replacement for GM part #24261712, the cover fits applicable LS1-powered fourth-generation F-body models equipped with either the T56 six-speed manual transmission or 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission.
Key Features
- New reproduction transmission dust cover
- Passenger-side or right-hand application
- Replaces GM part #24261712
- Fits 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro LS1 models
- Fits 1998-2002 Pontiac Firebird LS1 models
- Compatible with the T56 six-speed manual transmission
- Compatible with the 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission
- Factory-style molded construction
- Black finish
- Closes the original bellhousing access opening
- Helps protect the flywheel or flexplate area
- Direct replacement for a cracked, warped or missing original
- Producer: Hawks Restoration Parts
- Part #HM24261712
- Sold individually
Year and Model Fitment Interchange
| Model years | Make and model | Applicable versions | Engine requirement | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998-2002 | Chevrolet Camaro | Z28 and SS | 5.7L LS1 V8 | T56 manual or 4L60E automatic |
| 1998-2002 | Pontiac Firebird | Formula | 5.7L LS1 V8 | T56 manual or 4L60E automatic |
| 1998-2002 | Pontiac Firebird | Trans Am | 5.7L LS1 V8 | T56 manual or 4L60E automatic |
| 1998-2002 | Pontiac Firebird | Firehawk | 5.7L LS1 V8 | T56 manual or 4L60E automatic |
Fitment applies to coupe and convertible body styles when equipped with the corresponding LS1 engine and transmission configuration.
Product Features
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product type | Transmission bellhousing dust cover |
| Vehicle platform | Fourth-generation GM F-body |
| Installation position | Passenger side / right hand |
| Engine application | 5.7L LS1 V8 |
| Manual-transmission compatibility | T56 six-speed |
| Automatic-transmission compatibility | 4L60E four-speed |
| Original GM reference | 24261712 |
| Color | Black |
| Construction | Factory-style molded reproduction |
| Condition | New |
| Quantity | One passenger-side cover |
| Producer | Hawks Restoration Parts |
| Part number | HM24261712 |
Passenger-Side Application
HM24261712 is specifically designed for the passenger-side opening. The driver- and passenger-side covers have different shapes and are not interchangeable.
The corresponding components are:
- Passenger side: HM24261712, replacing GM #24261712
- Driver side: HM24261714, replacing GM #24261714
- Complete passenger- and driver-side set: HM24261712/1714
This listing includes the passenger-side cover only.
T56 and 4L60E Compatibility
This cover fits both original fourth-generation F-body transmission configurations used with the LS1 engine.
T56 Six-Speed Manual
On a T56-equipped vehicle, the cover helps close the lower bellhousing opening near the flywheel and clutch assembly.
4L60E Four-Speed Automatic
On a 4L60E-equipped vehicle, the same passenger-side application helps close the opening near the flexplate and torque-converter area.
Transmission type does not determine the side of the cover. HM24261712 remains the right-hand passenger-side component for both applications.
Important Fitment Requirements
- Designed for 1998-2002 Camaro and Firebird LS1 applications
- Requires the original-style LS1 oil-pan and bellhousing arrangement
- Fits T56 manual and 4L60E automatic transmissions
- Does not fit base models equipped with the 3.8L V6 engine
- Passenger- and driver-side covers are not interchangeable
- Aftermarket oil pans may change the original cover attachment area
- Aftermarket bellhousings may require a different cover
- Engine or transmission swaps must reproduce the corresponding fourth-generation F-body configuration
- Compare the replacement cover with the original before installation
What This Listing Includes
This listing includes:
- One passenger-side transmission dust cover
- One factory-style black molded reproduction
- One replacement for GM reference #24261712
The driver-side cover is available separately or as part of the complete passenger- and driver-side set.
Why Replace the Transmission Dust Cover?
The original cover may become damaged or disappear during clutch, transmission, starter, oil-pan or engine service.
Replacement is recommended when the existing cover is:
- Missing
- Cracked
- Warped
- Broken around an attachment point
- Damaged by road debris
- Incorrect for the drivetrain configuration
- Unable to sit properly against the original opening
Operating without the cover leaves the lower bellhousing area more exposed to dirt, stones, road splash and other contamination.
This component is a protective dust cover. It is not designed to repair an engine, transmission or rear-main-seal fluid leak.
Restoration and Service Applications
This reproduction is appropriate for:
- Restoring a stock LS1 Camaro or Firebird
- Replacing a missing original GM cover
- Completing a T56 clutch or transmission service
- Completing a 4L60E transmission service
- Completing starter-related service
- Reassembling the drivetrain after engine removal
- Finishing an LS1 oil-pan replacement
- Correcting an incomplete bellhousing-cover installation
- Completing a fourth-generation F-body restoration
- Returning an LS1 swap to an original-style F-body configuration
Installation Notes
Allow the drivetrain and exhaust system to cool completely before beginning installation.
Before installing the cover:
- Confirm that the vehicle has the applicable LS1 engine configuration.
- Identify the right-hand passenger side of the bellhousing opening.
- Compare the reproduction with the original cover when available.
- Inspect the surrounding oil-pan and bellhousing surfaces.
- Remove accumulated dirt and road debris from the installation area.
- Position the cover without bending or forcing it.
- Confirm that the cover follows the surrounding contours.
- Check for interference with the flywheel, flexplate or other rotating components.
- Verify that the cover sits securely and evenly.
- Inspect the installation after the first road test.
Do not use the cover to conceal or contain an active fluid leak. Diagnose and repair any engine or transmission leakage before completing installation.
Inspection and Care
Inspect the transmission dust cover during clutch, transmission, starter and oil-pan service.
Check periodically for:
- Cracks
- Warping
- Loose attachment
- Contact with rotating components
- Impact damage
- Oil saturation
- Debris trapped behind the cover
Clean the cover with a soft cloth and mild automotive cleaner. Avoid aggressive solvents that could damage the molded material.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles fit HM24261712?
It fits applicable 1998-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models equipped with the 5.7L LS1 engine and either a T56 or 4L60E transmission.
Does it fit a Camaro Z28?
Yes. It fits applicable 1998-2002 Camaro Z28 models with the LS1 engine.
Does it fit a Camaro SS?
Yes. It fits applicable 1998-2002 Camaro SS models with the LS1 engine.
Does it fit a Firebird Formula?
Yes. It fits applicable 1998-2002 Firebird Formula models equipped with the LS1 engine.
Does it fit a Pontiac Trans Am?
Yes. It fits applicable 1998-2002 Trans Am models with the LS1 engine.
Does it fit a Firehawk?
Yes. It fits applicable 1998-2002 LS1-powered Firehawk models using the corresponding original-style drivetrain configuration.
Does this cover fit the T56 transmission?
Yes. It fits applicable LS1-powered vehicles with the T56 six-speed manual transmission.
Does it fit the 4L60E transmission?
Yes. It also fits applicable LS1-powered vehicles with the 4L60E four-speed automatic transmission.
Does it fit the 3.8L V6?
No. This cover is intended for the 5.7L LS1 drivetrain configuration and should not be ordered for a base-model 3.8L V6 application.
Is this the passenger-side cover?
Yes. HM24261712 installs on the right-hand passenger side.
Is the driver-side cover included?
No. This listing includes one passenger-side cover. Driver-side part #HM24261714 is available separately.
Are the passenger- and driver-side covers interchangeable?
No. The two covers have different shapes and must be installed in their correct positions.
What original part does this replace?
It replaces GM passenger-side transmission cover part #24261712.
Is this an original GM component?
No. It is a new factory-style reproduction produced for the original application.
Will it work with an aftermarket bellhousing or oil pan?
Compatibility depends on whether those components retain the original fourth-generation F-body cover location and surrounding contours. Compare the configuration before ordering.
