Clutch Cover

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Visually check the following items without disassembling, and replace or repair if defective.

Loose thrust rivet
Damaged or worn bearing contact area at the center of diaphragm spring

Fig 1: Identifying Thrust Rivet And Diaphragm Spring
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Damaged or worn disc contact surface of the pressure plate
Loose strap plate installation area
Worn diaphragm sliding area

Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Plate And Strap Plate
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