Clutch Disc Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the clutch disc.
- Inspect the lining surface for discoloration and grease adhesion.
- Inspect the torsion spring for weakness and the rivet for looseness.
- Using a vernier caliper, measure the depth between the lining surface and the rivet head.
- Minimum depth 0.3 mm {0.012 in}
- If it is less than the minimum specification, replace the clutch disc.
- Measure the clutch disc runout using a dial gauge.
- Maximum runout 0.7 mm {0.028 in}
- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch disc.
- Install the clutch disc.