Clutch Cover Inspection

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Remove the clutch cover. (See CLUTCH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Perform the following procedures to inspect the clutch cover.
- If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover. (See CLUTCH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
  
  Fig 1: Measuring Wear Of Diaphragm Spring Fingers
  
  Clutch cover diaphragm spring fingers maximum depth
  - 0.6 mm {0.02 in}
2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Flatness Of Pressure Plate With Straight Edge And Feeler Gauge
  
  Maximum clearance of flatness of the pressure plate
  - 0.3 mm {0.01 in}
3. Inspect the diaphragm spring fingers for the degree of uniformity in their height.
  
  Fig 3: Checking Flywheel Diaphragm Spring Fingers For Uniformity
  1. Install the clutch cover. (See CLUTCH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. When checking the diaphragm spring fingers, mount a dial gauge on the cylinder block.
  3. Rotate the flywheel and check for misaligned diaphragm spring fingers.
    Clutch cover diaphragm spring fingers maximum height difference
    - 1.0 mm {0.039 in}