Pressure Plate Inspection and Removal

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Remove the transmission (see TRANSMISSION REMOVAL ).
Check the evenness of the height of the diaphragm spring fingers using the clutch alignment disc (A), clutch alignment shaft (B), remover handle (C), and a feeler gauge (D). If the height difference is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate.
Standard (New): 0.6 mm (0.02 in.) max.

Service Limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 in.)

Fig 1: Inspecting Pressure Plate
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Install the ring gear holder (A) and the clutch alignment tool set (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Ring Gear Holder Clutch Alignment Tool Set And Pressure Plate Mounting Bolts
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To prevent warping, unscrew the pressure plate mounting bolts (C) in a crisscross pattern in several steps, then remove the pressure plate (D).
Inspect the fingers of the diaphragm spring (A) for wear at the release bearing contact area.

Fig 3: Identifying Diaphragm Spring
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Inspect the pressure plate (A) surface for wear, cracks, and burning.

Fig 4: Identifying Pressure Plate
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Inspect for warpage using a precision straight edge (A) and feeler gauge (B). Measure across the pressure plate (C). If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate.
Standard (New): 0.03 mm (0.001 in.) max.

Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.005 in.)

Fig 5: Inspecting Warpage Using Straight Edge And Feeler Gauge
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