2151500 Removing and installing or replacing clutch release bearing/lever: Notes

New version (except M models)

Release bearing and release lever have been combined to form a single release module.

If possible, do not disassemble the release module. Otherwise, there is a risk of the release module being incorrectly  reassembled.

Installation: 

Make sure that the correct cam (1) of the release bearing is on the sliding surface (2) of the release lever.

Fig 1: Identifying Release Bearing And Lever

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Fig 2: Cam (1) of release bearing (A=12 mm) is on sliding surface of release lever.

This version is for 4-cylinder gasoline engines.

Fig 2: Cam (1) of release bearing (A=7 mm) is on sliding surface of release lever.

This version is for 6-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines.

Fig 2: Identifying Release Bearing And Lever

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Remove release module (1) from spring wire clip.

Remove release module.

Fig 3: Removing Release Module From Spring Wire Clip

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Installation: 

Check spring wire clip (5) and ball pin (6) for damage and replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Identifying Spring Wire Clip And Ball Pin

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Previous version 

Detach release bearing (1).

Installation: 

Clean all sliding surfaces on clutch release bearing, check for damage and replace if necessary.

Do not  grease clutch release bearing.

Sliding surfaces (2) of clutch release bearing must rest on sliding surfaces (3) of release lever.

Apply a thin coating of grease to sliding surfaces (2) of release bearing.

Grease, refer to OPERATING FLUIDS .

Fig 5: Removing Release Bearing

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Previous clutch release bearing:

Clutch release bearing with moving thrust plate (1).

Swivel motion of thrust plate (1) possible.

Fig 6: Moving Thrust Plate

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Withdraw release lever (4) from spring wire clip (5) and remove.