Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate: Installation

Clutch release bearing and clutch release fork 

1. Install the clutch release fork.
   Fig 1: Locating Clutch Release Fork

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2. Check for roughness or sticking. If the bearing feels rough, sticks or has excessive resistance, install a new bearing. Slide the release bearing on the guide tube.
3. Install the clutch release bearing.
   Fig 2: Locating Clutch Release Bearing

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   Clutch disc and clutch pressure plate 

4. Apply a very small amount of grease in the clutch disc hub. Wipe off excess grease to avoid contaminating the clutch disc and affecting clutch function.
5. Using a suitable clutch disc aligner, position the clutch disc on the flywheel.
   Fig 3: Identifying Clutch Disc Aligner

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   ITEM DESCRIPTION
   
   

   Item	Part Number	Description
   1	-	Transaxle side
   2	-	Engine side

6. Position the clutch pressure plate on the flywheel and to the dowels. Install the 6 clutch pressure plate bolts.
   • Tighten the bolts one turn at a time in a star pattern. Tighten to 29 Nm (21 lb-ft).
     Fig 4: Locating Clutch Pressure Plate On Flywheel

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7. Apply a small amount of grease to:
   • the clutch release fork fingers.
   • the clutch release fork spring.
   • the guide tube.
   • the clutch slave cylinder end that contacts the release fork.
NOTE: Apply a very small amount of grease to the transmission input shaft end and on the splines.
8. Install the transaxle. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION -- FUSION & MILAN article.
9. If the clutch was replaced, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.