Clutch, removing and installing: Removing

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Hold flywheel in place using VW 558 retainer.

Fig 1: Holding Flywheel Using VW 558 Retainer
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Loosen bolts and remove flywheel.
Remove clutch disc.
Use screwdriver to free ends of snap ring -A- from bores (arrows) and remove.
Remove release plate -B-.

Fig 2: Removing Release Plate
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Hold pressure plate in place using VW 558 retainer and bolt -A-.

Fig 3: Holding Pressure Plate
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Remove pressure plate and intermediate plate.