UNDERDRIVE Clutch: Inspection

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INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH PACK CLEARANCE
1. Install the underdrive clutch to the transaxle.
  NOTE: Be careful not to damage the oil seal rings.
2. Install a dial indicator as shown in the illustration.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Dial Indicator
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3. Measure the underdrive clutch pack clearance while applying and releasing compressed air (392 kPa, 4.0kgf/cm² , 57 psi)
  Standard pack clearance: 1.51 to 1.90 mm (0.0594 to 0.0748 in.)
  
  If the pack clearance is not as specified, inspect the discs, plates and flange.
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Underdrive Clutch Pack Clearance
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INSPECT NO. 1 UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DISC
1. Check to see if the sliding surface of the disc, plate and flange are worn or burnt. If necessary, replace them.
  HINT:
  - If the lining of the discs is peeling off or discolored, or even if a part of the printed mark is defaced, replace all discs.
  - Before assembling new discs, soak them in ATF for at least 15 minutes.
    
    Fig 3: Inspecting No. 1 Underdrive Clutch Disc
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INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Using a caliper gauge measure the inside diameter of the underdrive clutch drum bush.
  Standard drum bush: 37.06 to 37.08 mm (1.4591 to 1.4598 in.)
  
  Maximum drum bush: 37.13 mm (1.4618 in.)
  
  If the inside diameter is greater then the maximum, replace the underdrive clutch drum sub-assembly.
  
  Fig 4: Measuring Inside Diameter Of Underdrive Clutch Drum Bush
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INSPECT UNDERDRIVE CLUTCH RETURN SPRING SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the spring together with the spring seat.
  Standard free length: 17.14 mm (0.6752 in.)
  
  Fig 5: Measuring Free Length Of Spring Together With Spring Seat
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