Clutch

Clutch cover inspection

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1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.

  • If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Depth
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.

2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a feeler gauge.

  • If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Maximum clearance 0.5 mm {0.020 in}

3. When checking the diaphragm spring fingers, mount a dial indicator on the cylinder block.

4. Rotate the flywheel and check for misaligned diaphragm spring fingers.

  • If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
Misalignment
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.

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