Clutch Disc And Cover Removal / Installation
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- Remove the transmission. See
MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
.CAUTION:
- If the clutch disc and clutch cover are to be reinstalled, remove the bolts evenly or permanent damage to the diaphragm spring will occur resulting in complete clutch release.
NOTE:- If the parts are to be reused, mark the clutch cover and the flywheel.
- Remove the bolts, clutch cover and the clutch disc.
- Using front axle grease, lubricate the transmission input shaft pilot bearing.CAUTION:
- To prevent damage do not force the adjusting ring. Additional pressure may be required on the diaphragm fingers if the adjusting ring does not turn readily.
NOTE:- Clean the clutch cover and flywheel with a commercial alcohol based solvent so surfaces are free from oil film. Do not use cleaners with a petroleum base. Do not immerse the clutch cover in the solvent.
Always adjust the clutch cover before installation.
- Compress the clutch diaphragm fingers. Position the clutch pressure plate in a press. Using a suitable adapter, press the clutch diaphragm fingers until the adjusting ring moves freely.
- Adjust the clutch cover.
- Using a suitable press, press downward on the fingers until the adjusting ring moves freely.
- Rotate the adjusting ring counterclockwise to compress the tension springs. Hold the adjusting ring in this position.
- Release the pressure on the fingers. The adjusting ring will stay in the reset position.
- Position the clutch disc on the flywheel.
- Use the clutch aligner SST (TZ4P-7137-K) or equivalent to align the clutch disc.
NOTE:- If reusing the clutch pressure plate, align using marks made during removal.
- Position the clutch cover on the flywheel dowels. Align the clutch cover. Install the bolts and tighten in a star pattern sequence. Remove the SST.
- Install the transmission. See MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / INSTALLATION .