Clutch, servicing: Notes
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CAUTION:
Always replace a clutch disc or pressure plate that has loose or damaged rivets.
NOTE:
Make sure that the correct replacement clutch disc and pressure plate are selected according to the engine code.
The following list pertains to Fig 1 .
- Flywheel
- Make sure centering dowel pins fit tightly
- Contact surface for clutch disc must be free of grooves, oil and grease
- Removing/installing, see appropriate Engine Mechanical article
- Clutch disc
- Diameter, see CODE LETTERS, ENGINE/TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS, RATIOS, CAPACITIES (2 Of 2)
- Note installation position: spring cage faces toward pressure plate
- Centering, see Centering clutch disc and removing and installing pressure plate
NOTE:- Before installing clutch disc remove corrosion from input shaft splines and clutch disc hub splines, clean and apply only a very thin coating of grease, Part No. G 000 100, to the splines of the input shaft only.
- Place the clutch disc on the input shaft and make sure it moves back and forth freely.
- Remove excess grease.
- Pressure plate
- Removing and installing, see Centering clutch disc and removing and installing pressure plate
- Check ends of diaphragm spring, see Checking diaphragm spring
CAUTION: Pressure plates are protected against corrosion. Only the clutch disc contact surface may be cleaned. - 12-point bolt
- Tightening torque: 20 N.m (15 ft lb)
- Loosen and tighten evenly in stages, alternating in a diagonal pattern