<< D >> Clutch Release Bearing Disconnection

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Remove the service hole cover of the clutch housing part.
CAUTION:
- Do not insert the flat-tipped screwdriver before moving the release fork toward direction A.
- Do not mistakenly insert a flat-tipped screwdriver between the wedge collar and the wave spring.
Move the release fork slightly toward direction A with hand, and while holding the release fork, insert a flat-tipped screwdriver between the release bearing and the wedge collar.
CAUTION: If the flat-tipped screwdriver cannot be turned easily (release bearing cannot be disengaged), remove the screw driver, and move the release fork toward direction A for two or three times. Then, repeat the procedure. If the screwdriver is turned forcibly, the release bearing may be damaged.
(Disconnect the release bearing from the wedge collar by twisting the flat-tipped screw driver slightly (twist the handle 90°).

Fig 1: Identifying Service Hole Cover Of Clutch Housing Part
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

NOTE: When the release bearing is disconnected, the release fork moves to the direction B by the return spring.