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Clutch Cover Inspection

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  1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
    • If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
      1. Depth 0.6 mm {0.024 in} max. 
      Fig 1: Measuring Wear Of Diaphragm Spring Fingers
      G01932411Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
    • If not as specified, replace the clutch cover.
      1. Clearance 0.3 mm {0.012 in} max. 
    Fig 2: Measuring Flatness Of Pressure Plate With Straight Edge And Feeler Gauge
    G01932412Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  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.
      1. Misalignment 0.6 mm {0.024 in} max. 
      Fig 3: Checking Diaphragm Spring Fingers Misalignment
      G01932413Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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