Clutch Disc

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Check clutch disc for wear of facing.
1. Wear limit of facing surface to rivet head : 0.3 mm (0.012 in)
Fig 1: Checking Clutch Disc For Wear Of Facing
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Check clutch disc for backlash of spline and runout of facing.
1. Maximum backlash of spline (at outer edge of disc) : 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
2. Runout limit : 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
3. Distance of runout check point (from hub center) QE25DE: 230 mm 9.06 in)
  1. VQ35DE: 240 mm (9.45 in)
Fig 2: Checking Clutch Disc For Backlash Of Spline And Runout Of Facing
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Check clutch disc for burns, discoloration or oil or grease leakage. Replace if necessary.